Shanghai to New York Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to New York (NYC) connect China and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,873 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SHA, PVG and NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA. The reverse route is New York to Shanghai. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- New York, United States
- Distance
- 11,873 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to New York
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Route overview
Shanghai to New York is a city-pair air route between China and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SHA and NYC. Related codes: SHA, PVG → NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,873 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
New York airports and metro codes: NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route New York to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into New York.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to New York?
Direct flights from Shanghai to New York typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to New York?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and New York is approximately 11,873 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to New York?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). New York is commonly searched with code NYC (related: NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to New York?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from New York to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is New York to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,873 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to New York route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with United States (New York).
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