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$499+ Cheap flights to Shanghai, China

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May 9 — May 161
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Sat 5/16
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Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

Cheapest flights to Shanghai
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Tue 9/291:15 am
JFK
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PVG
1 stop21h 35m
China Airlines
Fri 12/47:50 pm
PVG
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JFK
1 stop36h 30m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/7$930
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Wed 9/91:15 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
China Airlines
Fri 9/257:50 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop36h 50m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/8$931
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Sat 9/261:15 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop29h 20m
China Airlines
Mon 10/57:50 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop36h 50m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/5$932
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Wed 9/231:15 am
JFK
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PVG
1 stop30h 20m
China Airlines
Sat 11/712:05 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop20h 15m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/8$933
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Thu 9/31:45 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/1210:00 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop47h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$934
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Sun 9/61:15 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop29h 20m
China Airlines
Sat 9/1912:05 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/8$935
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Tue 9/151:20 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop21h 30m
China Airlines
Wed 10/2112:05 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/8$940
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Sun 9/201:15 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop29h 20m
China Airlines
Wed 10/712:05 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/8$941
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:15 am
JFK
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PVG
1 stop21h 35m
China Airlines
Mon 9/147:50 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop37h 00m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/6$942
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Tue 9/11:15 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop21h 35m
China Airlines
Wed 10/287:50 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop36h 30m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/6$943
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Sun 9/201:15 am
JFK
-
PVG
1 stop21h 35m
China Airlines
Sun 10/412:05 pm
PVG
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
China Airlines
Deal found 4/8$950
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Thu 9/249:00 am
EWR
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PVG
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/121:10 pm
PVG
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EWR
2 stops29h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$999

Find flight deals to Shanghai

Find the latest flights to Shanghai in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 9, 2026.

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Average price

$1,028

Round-trip from

$930

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$499
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Locate flights to Shanghai that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

1:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

8:50 am-9:00 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,106

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/22

1:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

8:50 am-9:00 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,106

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/28

1:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/19

11:10 am-11:10 am

1 stop36h 00m

$1,106

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/20

7:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/14

12:10 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$1,175

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 4/14

8:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

12:10 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$1,175

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/27

8:35 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

9:55 am-7:47 pm

1 stop21h 52m

$1,178

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/13

7:08 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

5:30 pm-11:59 am

2 stops30h 29m

$1,180

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

7:08 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/16

5:30 pm-6:18 am

2 stops24h 48m

$1,180
Quickest round-trip

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/20

9:39 am-7:50 pm

2 stops22h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

9:55 am-3:59 pm

1 stop18h 04m

$1,180

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

7:00 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/4

9:55 am-3:58 pm

1 stop18h 03m

$1,180

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Best time to book a flight to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on April 3, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from New York to Shanghai takes 19 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Shanghai are Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines and China Airlines.

Delta
Delta
From $187
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $186
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $543
China Eastern
China Eastern
From $703

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Shanghai are Delta, Turkish Airlines and Asiana Airlines.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

The best insider tips for flights to Shanghai

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Shanghai trip
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Cathay Pacific and Korean Air

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on China Eastern

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

Expert on PVG

Joe has been obsessed with travel and flying ever since he was a child. He's a freelance travel journalist and author, and his work has appeared in The Times, Guardian and CNN. As a Europe obsessive, he has stayed in Zurich on a swimming adventure around the city, used Geneva as a base for Alpine adventures and spent time in Copenhagen soaking up the world class culture and cuisine, all the while exploring the best hotels these cities have to offer.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated April 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air,ANA, andChina Airlines to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
816 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,262 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,205 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Shanghai?

    A round-trip flight to Shanghai will typically cost around $221, however they can be found for as little as $120.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Seattle/Tacoma Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hote is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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