Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
New York – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
1 stop
21h 15m LAX
Return – Nov 17, 2026
1 stop
18h 18m SFO
$1,096
2 days ago
New York – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
1 stop
21h 15m LAX
Return – Nov 18, 2026
1 stop
18h 18m SFO
$1,145
yesterday
New York – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
1 stop
22h 45m SFO
Return – Nov 18, 2026
1 stop
18h 18m SFO
$1,144
2 days ago
New York – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
1 stop
21h 45m SFO
Return – Nov 17, 2026
1 stop
18h 18m SFO
$1,118
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$846
Average price of a round trip
$978
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
26h53
A flight from New York to Shanghai takes on average 26h53.
Best time
September
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Shanghai is September.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Shanghai
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Shanghai (China) from New York (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is October, with an average flight ticket price of $565 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and August.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 30 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Philippine Airlines. A ticket from the airline Philippine Airlines to Shanghai costs on average $856.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from New York to Shanghai
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $846 to $1124
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $978
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of October
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: September
info departure city :
New York, USA
airports :
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
West 30th St. Heliport (JRA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Skyports Spb. (QNY)
East 34th St. Heliport (TSS)
Downtown Manhattan Heliport (JRB)
Teterboro Airport (TEB)
local time :
New York is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In New York, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 19°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 25°C.
The city of New York (NYC) has 7 airport(s): John F. Kennedy, West 30th St. Heliport, LaGuardia, Skyports Spb., East 34th St. Heliport, Downtown Manhattan Heliport and Teterboro
destination info :
Shanghai, China
airports :
Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Pudong International Airport (PVG)
local time :
Shanghai is in the country China, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Shanghai, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 24°C, with a minimum of 21°C and a maximum of 28°C.
The city of Shanghai (SHA) has 2 airport(s): Hongqiao and Pudong
Useful info about Shanghai
What is the least touristic period to go to Shanghai?
If you want to visit Shanghai during the least touristic period, choose the month of September.
What is the most popular time to travel to Shanghai?
In Shanghai, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from New York to Shanghai?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 30 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from New York to Shanghai is Sunday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between New York and Shanghai?
When you leave, you can leave from John F. Kennedy or LaGuardia, and you will arrive at Hongqiao or Pudong.
How to reach New York airport from the city centre?
The airport John F. Kennedy is located 24 km, West 30th St. Heliport is located 4 km, LaGuardia is located 15 km, Skyports Spb. is located 4 km, East 34th St. Heliport is located 5 km, Downtown Manhattan Heliport is located 1 km or Teterboro is located 15 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from New York to Shanghai?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between New York and Shanghai?
In summer, the average temperature is 27°C in Shanghai and 24°C in New York. The average rainfall in summer is 200 mm in Shanghai and 134 mm in New York. In summer, it is warmer in Shanghai and it rains less in New York. In winter, it is colder in Shanghai and it rains more in New York.