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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 7,908 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,908, select.
New York.R 8,026 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,026, select.
New York.R 8,654 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,654, select.
New York.R 8,706 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 5 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,706, select.
New York.R 8,880 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,880, select.
New York.R 8,955 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,955, select.
New York.R 8,955 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,955, select.
New York.R 8,955 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,955, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to New York flights are currently cheapest in December.
Dec
from R 7,908
Jan
from R 8,026
Feb
from R 8,880
Mar
from R 8,654
Apr
from R 8,955
May
from R 8,706
Jun
from R 8,955
Jul
from R 8,955
Aug
from R 11,132
Sep
from R 10,507
Oct
from R 10,482
Nov
from R 11,172

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to New York

Alternative Shanghai Pudong to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai Pudong to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,908
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time14 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week3

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

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to New York is R 12,776. 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.
14 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to New York.
China Eastern flies direct from Shanghai Pudong to New York.
As of December 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to New York is usually March.
If you're flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from R 12,776.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to New York on Friday, 20 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 55 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 New York 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 2°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Spring Airlines and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

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

  • Expect to be in the air for 14 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 12 hours behind Shanghai, where Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can choose from three weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to EWR is the 16:30 United Airlines option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 16:30 with United Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your PVG to New York flight.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at PVG and travel straight to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). That will be your arrival point when searching for Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York tickets.

  • United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from PVG to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • In search of a hotel near PVG? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

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

  • R 7,908 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 12,776. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PVG to New York.

  • May is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PVG to New York by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from PVG to New York.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • After your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your PVG to New York flight, kick back at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR will help you stay within budget.

  • You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York.

  • The journey will take you roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.

  • If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Get settled at one of these stays after your PVG to New York flight:

  • Start your journey without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. You can book with trusted companies here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.

  • Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York is a good time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or catch some early booking discounts.

  • The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • Before you book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in New York offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to New York, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are major attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to New York

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