Cheap Flights from Shanghai to New York — $505

The Shanghai — New York route is served by a wide range of airlines: 11 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Eastar Jet, Asiana Airlines, Spring Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Air India, Korean Air, Air Canada, Emirates, and Finnair. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $505. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Pudong International (PVG) functions as the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and premium carriers as well as significant cargo traffic; it’s located about 30–40 km east of downtown and typically takes 45–60 minutes by Maglev plus metro or 45–70 minutes by road depending on traffic, with fares varying from moderate-to-high for express services to lower rates on regular metro. Hongqiao (SHA) is closer to the center—roughly 13 km west—serving many domestic and regional budget or full-service flights and offering a quicker 25–40 minute trip by metro or 20–45 minutes by taxi. PVG can be more spacious and geared to international connections but may mean longer transfers, while SHA is often more convenient for city access though it has fewer direct long-haul options.

The distance between Shanghai and New York is 11857km (7351 miles). There are 2 direct flights from Shanghai to New York. The time difference between Shanghai and New York is 13h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 11:30 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 11:30 AM

John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s largest international gateway and a major transatlantic and transpacific hub, typically serving full-service carriers and many global alliances alongside some low-cost operators. It sits about 16 miles (25 km) southeast of Manhattan; expect transit times of roughly 30–60 minutes by AirTrain plus subway or 45–75 minutes by taxi depending on traffic. Public transport fares can range modestly (AirTrain + subway) while rideshares/taxis are pricier. Pros: extensive international connections and full-service amenities; cons: can be busy, with variable wait times and occasional congestion en route. LaGuardia (LGA) primarily handles domestic and short-haul US flights and can be seen as a more budget- and business-oriented gateway for Northeast routes, largely frequented by domestic legacy and low-cost carriers. It lies about 8 miles (13 km) east of Midtown Manhattan, with typical travel times of 20–35 minutes by taxi or 30–50 minutes by bus and subway, fares being relatively low for public transit and higher for taxis. Pros: closer to Manhattan and often shorter ground transfer times; cons: fewer long-haul options and historically limited international facilities and gate space. Newark Liberty International (EWR), located in New Jersey, functions as a significant international and domestic hub with a strong presence of major legacy airlines and many long-haul services. It’s roughly 16 miles (25 km) southwest of Midtown Manhattan; travel to the city is usually 30–60 minutes by AirTrain plus NJ Transit or 35–70 minutes by taxi, with fares varying by service and time of day. Pros: robust international schedule and often competitive fares; cons: can be out of the way for some Manhattan neighborhoods and subject to congestion at peak times.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to New York is $442 (November 2026), while the maximum is $627 (June 2027). On average, a ticket costs $523–$1,101.