Journey information
Overview: New York, NY to Shanghai flight
Distance 7368 miles (11859 km) |
Average flight duration 18h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $463 (€378) |
Flights per day 87 |
Fastest flight 20h 19m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from New York, NY to Shanghai start from as low as $463 (€378) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $655 (€535) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from New York, NY to Shanghai
Cheapest price
$571
Average price
$1543
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 16 m
Flights per day
89
Distance
11859 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from New York, NY to Shanghai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Shanghai will cost around $1543 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $571.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Shanghai without transferring at least once.
UA2389 · UA1044 · UA198
AA1580 · AA127
UA2692 · UA198
UA2164 · UA1044 · UA198
AA2728 · AA127
JL7009 · JL89
UA2692 · UA198
AA1580 · AA127
AA2728 · AA127
LX19 · LX188Live departures
New York, NY to Shanghai flight times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Shanghai flights for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BR31 · BR712 | 5:05 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 23h00 | 4:05 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
TK12 · TK26 | 5:20 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 27h50 | 9:10 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
TK30 · TK26 | 5:25 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 27h45 | 9:10 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
JL3 · JL221 · JL891 | 5:35 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 22h30 | 4:05 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
JL3 · JL873 | 5:35 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 22h45 | 4:20 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
NH159 · NH969 | 5:50 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 22h35 | 4:25 AM Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 transfer | |
KL2427 · KL2188 | 6:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 29h15 | 11:15 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
AA1580 · AA127 | 11:00 AM LaGuardia Airport | 21h25 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
UA2164 · UA1044 · UA198 | 11:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 23h55 | 10:55 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
AA2728 · AA127 | 11:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 21h25 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
UA2389 · UA1044 · UA198 | 11:15 AM LaGuardia Airport | 23h40 | 10:55 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
JL7359 · JL55 · JL873 | 12:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 40h20 | 4:20 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
UA1960 · UA857 | 12:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 22h45 | 10:45 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
JL7359 · JL9 · JL81 | 12:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 39h45 | 3:45 AM Shanghai Hongqiao | 2 transfers | |
JL7373 · JL55 · JL873 | 12:00 PM LaGuardia Airport | 40h20 | 4:20 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
AA860 · AA127 | 1:05 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 43h20 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
AA2935 · AA127 | 1:10 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 43h15 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
AA547 · AA127 | 1:15 PM LaGuardia Airport | 43h10 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
UA2692 · UA198 | 1:35 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 21h20 | 10:55 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
AA952 · AA127 | 2:00 PM LaGuardia Airport | 42h25 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
JL7009 · JL81 | 3:00 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 36h45 | 3:45 AM Shanghai Hongqiao | 1 transfer | |
JL7009 · JL89 | 3:00 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 20h30 | 11:30 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
QR704 · QR870 | 3:20 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 39h20 | 6:40 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
QR3806 · QR744 · QR870 | 3:29 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 39h11 | 6:40 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
AA787 · AA127 | 3:45 PM LaGuardia Airport | 40h40 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
OZ221 · OZ361 | 4:10 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 33h55 | 2:05 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
QR4101 · QR756 · QR870 | 4:15 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 38h25 | 6:40 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
KE82 · KE881 | 5:00 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 32h45 | 1:45 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
AA1554 · AA127 | 5:24 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 39h01 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
QR9097 · QR726 · QR870 | 5:26 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 37h14 | 6:40 AM Shanghai Pudong | 2 transfers | |
AA899 · AA127 | 5:30 PM LaGuardia Airport | 38h55 | 8:25 AM Shanghai Pudong | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: New York, NY to Shanghai Flight

- Chinese New Year, a vibrant celebration marking the start of the lunar new year with fireworks, dragon dances, and family reunions
- Shanghai International Film Festival, an annual event showcasing films from around the world with screenings, awards, and celebrity appearances
- Shanghai Fashion Week, a premier fashion event featuring local and international designers presenting their latest collections.
- Chinese New Year, vibrant festivities and cultural celebrations throughout the city
- Labor Day, pleasant weather and various local events
- National Day, patriotic displays and a festive atmosphere with fireworks.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from New York, NY to Shanghai
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available in multiple lots, approximately 4.7€ ($5) per hour.
- Restaurants in all terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Shake Shack and La Chula.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, including LaGuardia Plaza Hotel and Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport.
- Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club.
- Lost and Found located in terminal B; open daily.
- Car rental services available in terminal A, including Hertz and Avis.
- Bus Q70-SBS, LaGuardia Link, 8 miles
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 3.8€ ($4) per 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in most terminals, including Delta Sky Club and American Airlines Admirals Club.
- Located in Terminal 4, open daily.
- Bus: Q3, Q6, Q7, Q10, B15
- Metro: A, E
- Train: Long Island Rail Road (LIRR)
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free shops and local specialty stores.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.67€ (PHP 40) per hour.
- Various restaurants are available, including Chinese and Western options, located in both terminals. Popular choices include Starbucks and KFC.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport, near gates and common areas.
- Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel.
- Showers are available in some lounges, typically included in lounge access fees.
- Lounges available, including VIP lounges and airline-specific lounges.
- Lost and Found services are located in both terminals, near the information desks.
- Car rental services are available in the arrivals area, with major companies like Hertz and Avis.
- Metro Line 2, Hongqiao Airport terminal 2 Station, 13 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available, approximately 0.06€ (¥10) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminals, including Chinese and Western cuisine
- Available outside the terminal.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Ramada Pudong Airport Hotel.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
- Several lounges available, including Chi Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in each terminal.
- Car rental services available from major providers
- Metro Line 2, Pudong Intertiol Airport Station, 30 km
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