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Cheapest return flight
£906
Typical prices: £815-£1,020
Cathay Pacific
Fri 12/10Wed 24/10
SHA - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£483
Typical prices: £539-£810
Cathay Pacific
Tue 4/12
SHA - JFK • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg £907 (return)
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Shortest trip • 20h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hongqiao Intl to John F Kennedy Intl (SHA-JFK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to John F Kennedy Intl

Mon, 12 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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22:30 - 20:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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14:55 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£906Cathay Pacific
Thu, 3 Dec - Sat, 30 Jan
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22:30 - 19:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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13:40 - 12:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£907Cathay Pacific
Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 9 Mar
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22:30 - 05:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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01:45 - 12:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£908Cathay Pacific
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 13 Mar
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22:30 - 05:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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09:00 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£909Cathay Pacific
Sat, 24 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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13:20 - 13:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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14:40 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£1,034Cathay Pacific
Sun, 20 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
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22:30 - 05:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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09:00 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£1,066Cathay Pacific
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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13:05 - 18:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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09:50 - 11:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 55m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
£1,080Japan Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 26 Feb
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19:40 - 21:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
38h 25m1 stop Taipei City Sung Shan
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00:05 - 16:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 25m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
£1,128EVA Air
Thu, 24 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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19:40 - 21:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
38h 25m1 stop Taipei City Sung Shan
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00:05 - 16:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 25m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
£1,274EVA Air
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 29 Dec
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19:40 - 22:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
38h 25m1 stop Taipei City Sung Shan
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00:05 - 16:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 25m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
£1,275EVA Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport start at £906. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £815 to £1,020. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £906 on Cathay Pacific.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£483
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Hongqiao Intl to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hongqiao Intl to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Business Class is available on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 7,375 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from £815 to £1,020, with an average of £923 over the past 12 months. Anything below £815 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £698.

  • Which car hire options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) – 28% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £723 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £1,094, a difference of £371. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Tokyo Haneda (HND) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 29m, compared to 20h 34m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 20h 36m via Beijing Capital (PEK).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 12 hours behind Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £723 – about £371 less than Tuesday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for December. Fares historically average £812 return in that month – typically £535 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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