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Flight deals from New York to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 941 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from New York to Shanghai Pudong

New York to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

New York to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found769 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time15 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from New York to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong is 769 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Shanghai Pudong.
Air China, China Cargo and China Eastern fly direct from New York to Shanghai Pudong.
As of July 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from New York to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Shanghai Pudong is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is New York's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) leaving from here.

  • Around 14 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of New York.

  • The most popular route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Choose from 2 direct services every week. China Eastern Airlines operates a 3:25pm departure between JFK and PVG.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to PVG.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You can find a direct flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • China Eastern Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport departing from JFK.

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between JFK and PVG is China Eastern.

  • China Eastern is the most punctual carrier on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to PVG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and PVG:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to PVG flight:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.

  • The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You can lock in a plane ticket from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) with one or more stops departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and PVG:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 55 minutes or so if you take public transport.

  • Make catching an early New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to New York LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:

  • Flights departing from LGA make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 69% of the time.

  • The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • Central Shanghai is around 48 kilometres from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 405 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 769 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to PVG if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from New York to PVG.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Shanghai. February is when most people book flights from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your New York to PVG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Puyang, about 257 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are the start of reasons to visit.

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