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Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

Cheapest flights to Shanghai

Tue 9/151:00 am -
1 stop29h 05m
Sun 9/2012:50 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 8/28$926
Tue 9/12:00 am -
1 stop24h 30m
Fri 9/114:00 pm -
1 stop43h 30m
Deal found 8/29$949
Mon 8/3110:30 pm -
2 stops28h 50m
Mon 9/145:20 pm -
2 stops26h 04m
Deal found 8/30$950
Wed 9/1611:45 am -
1 stop36h 00m
Sat 9/191:05 am -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 8/30$951
Mon 9/281:20 am -
1 stop32h 30m
Mon 11/26:10 pm -
1 stop33h 50m
Deal found 9/1$952
Thu 9/311:45 am -
1 stop34h 00m
Wed 9/1610:55 am -
1 stop24h 05m
Deal found 8/31$952
Sun 11/221:05 am -
1 stop22h 40m
Mon 12/143:30 pm -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 9/1$953
Thu 10/152:00 am -
1 stop24h 30m
Fri 11/61:40 am -
1 stop34h 05m
Deal found 8/31$954
Mon 9/286:15 am -
1 stop21h 05m
Mon 10/55:20 pm -
2 stops27h 39m
Deal found 8/29$955
Mon 9/2810:00 pm -
1 stop35h 50m
Tue 10/206:50 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/29$956
Mon 10/1910:20 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Sun 11/86:15 pm -
1 stop26h 45m
Deal found 8/31$957
Mon 11/21:05 am -
1 stop21h 50m
Sun 11/159:30 pm -
1 stop37h 40m
Deal found 8/30$957

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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,020

Round-trip from

$926

One-way from

$466
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($161 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
From New York to Shanghai
One-way flight from New York to Shanghai

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NewarkShanghai

EWR Newark - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 11/2

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

10:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$979

NewarkShanghai

EWR Newark - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 11/3

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

10:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$979
Quickest round-trip

New YorkShanghai

LGA New York LaGuardia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/2

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

10:00 am-3:52 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$979

New YorkShanghai

LGA New York LaGuardia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/2

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

10:00 am-3:52 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$979

New YorkShanghai

LGA New York LaGuardia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/27

5:05 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/3

10:00 am-11:33 pm

1 stop26h 33m

$981

NewarkShanghai

EWR Newark - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 9/8

8:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

12:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$983

NewarkShanghai

EWR Newark - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 11/3

7:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/24

1:10 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$990

NewarkShanghai

EWR Newark - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

EWRPVG

Newark

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/14

9:55 am-11:16 pm

1 stop25h 21m

$990

NewarkShanghai

EWR Newark - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 11/2

8:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/10

10:00 am-7:23 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$990

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/16

2:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/19

10:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop19h 30m

$994

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from New York to Shanghai takes 19 hours 33 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

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

Rainfall in Shanghai 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

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).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 38 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.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown ANA,Asiana Airlines, andDelta 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.
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site

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, Philippine Airlines 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 $185, however they can be found for as little as $110.

  • 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 45 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 Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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