S$797 Cheap Flights from New York to Shanghai

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Cheap Flights from New York to Shanghai (JFK-SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$797 for one-way flights and S$1,558 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

All Nippon Airways
Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
JFK
New York
SHA
Shanghai
S$1,558 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,558
Return
found 1 day ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from New York to Shanghai, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at S$1,558 found 1 day ago
Air China
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
JFK
New York
SHA
Shanghai
S$1,761 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,761
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from New York to Shanghai, returning Tue, 3 Feb, priced at S$1,761 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Shanghai (SHA)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$1,182 - S$1,667 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from JFK Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport is S$1,558. But you better get a move on. This price is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from JFK to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from JFK Airport to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for JFK Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JFK Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
With a flight distance of 11,900 kilometres from JFK to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, this is a long-haul trip. Be sure to drink plenty of water and move around the cabin from time to time.
Which airlines fly direct from JFK to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
You won't find any airlines flying directly between JFK Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover can be a nice way to break up a trip!
Are JFK to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from JFK to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport appearing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices so far in advance.

Travel information

Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, All Nippon Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines
Return price
S$1,558
Distance
11806 km

Book with confidence

Flights from New York to Shanghai

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from New York (JFK) to Shanghai (SHA) including

The earliest flight leaves John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport at 00:45 and arrives at Hongqiao Intl. Airport at 10:15. The last flight of the day departs New York at 16:50 and arrives at Shanghai at 23:55.

The flight distance from New York to Shanghai is about 13595 km, the shortest flight is 17 hours 40 minutes with United Airlines."

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