Traveling from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): What you need to know
Organizing your flight from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) begins with finding the best airport to make your exit from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your options in New York.
Shanghai is 12 hours ahead of New York. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in Shanghai, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from New York to SHA won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to SHA departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 30 miles from the center of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add a stopover to your journey at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's a key transfer point for flights from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) leaving Newark Liberty International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 15 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your New York to SHA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 11 miles from central New York. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight:
LGA has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and touch down when it should.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
If you have a late flight from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SHA:
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Right now, $461 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,011. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to SHA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Affordable New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from New York to SHA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Find an affordable flight from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Shanghai based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a New York to SHA plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 73ºF to 93ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 30ºF and 50ºF.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
外滩-观景平台 and 外滩建筑群 are a couple of major attractions to put on your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 160 miles west to Nanjing to tick off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in China, head for Puyang, roughly 150 miles south-west of Shanghai. Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area are the start of reasons to visit.