Traveling from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organizing your flight from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Expect to be traveling for 14 hours 55 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Shanghai. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Choose from 2 direct services every week. China Eastern Airlines operates a 11:30am departure between PVG and JFK.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to JFK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) take off from this terminal.
China Eastern Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport departing from PVG.
China Eastern Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for flights from PVG to JFK.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is China Eastern Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Shanghai to JFK that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and JFK include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
PVG is about 56 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
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Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and JFK:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Changle International Airport (FOC)
SHA is around 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city center.
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Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them landing as expected.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
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You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The center of New York is around 19 kilometers from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Right now, AED 1,898 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,249. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to JFK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
May is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Shanghai to JFK flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to John F. Kennedy International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Central Park and Manhattan Skyline are a couple of leading attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Statue of Liberty.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen New York. Around 137 kilometers away to the south-west, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States and is around 290 kilometers south-west of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.