A dramatic view of the skyscrapers of New York City captured from the Brooklyn Bridge. — flights from Shanghai to New York
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Flights from Shanghai to New York

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to New York (JFK) take about 15h 21m (11,874 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $973 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in New York

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Aircraft waiting on JFK airport apron with New York City skyline in the background. — arriving in New York

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Shanghai to New York

Carriers on PVG–JFK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $1008 one-way. With stops: Jun 2027, from $475. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$134127 Oct 2026 · China Eastern$484 · 2 stops27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$10081 Nov 2026 · China Eastern$481 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$101013 Dec 2026 · China Eastern$482 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$111126 Jan 2027 · China Eastern$478 · 2 stops26 Jan 2027
Feb 2027—$480 · 1 stop4 Feb 2027
Mar 2027—$480 · 2 stops17 Mar 2027
Jun 2027—$475 · 2 stops16 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $481 for November 2026, $475 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to New York, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to New York

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to New York flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to New York?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to New York (JFK) takes about 15h 21m, covering 11,874 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Shanghai from New York by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 11,874 km (7,378 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to New York?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–JFK route include China Eastern. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Shanghai to New York cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–JFK was $973 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 27 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to New York?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in June 2027 were cheapest, from $475 one-way, against $484 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to New York?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $534 with one stop against $973 nonstop, a saving of $439. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit New York?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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