How to find cheap flights from New York to China
Book a return flight from New York to China from C$1,203, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from New York into Beijing Capital in Beijing with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is C$654.
Not fixed on a destination? Let the lowest fares decide. Select 'China' in the 'To' field to find the best deals by city.
With roughly 75 international airports, China has plenty of arrival options.
Expand your search by selecting 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the closest airports at both your departure and destination points, which could help you cut costs.
Book as soon as you can. You'll have more routes, times and airlines to choose from. Leave it too long and you could be left with fewer choices and higher costs.
Get notified when prices change by creating a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app to have updates sent straight to your phone.
Best time to fly from New York to China
If saving money matters, September is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from New York to China.
A midweek departure can often work out better for your budget. Fares are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than the rest of the week.
The height of the travel season in China runs through April, July and August. July is the most popular month and a good time to visit if you want to experience things at their liveliest.
Alternatively, skip the peak season crowds by checking out flights in February, March and December. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from New York to China: what to expect
New York offers a range of airports to fly out of: New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR), and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Around five airports across China can be reached on a nonstop flight from New York.
Roughly 30 direct flights operate every week between New York and cities across China.
Take off with any of these major airlines:
When it comes to the most popular routes from New York to China, Hong Kong, Beijing and Fuzhou are high on many travellers' wishlists.
Shanghai is the quickest destination to fly to at around 14 hours 55 minutes, while Beijing has the longest flight time at roughly 16 hours 45 minutes.
The average journey on this route comes in at around 16 hours 5 minutes.
Popular places to visit in China
Shanghai
Shanghai is a leading destination for New York to China flights. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are unmissable stops for first-time visitors.
You can reach Shanghai through Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
When it's time to choose your base, browse the lineup of hotels in Shanghai.
Beijing
Get to know Beijing's highlights including The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are the main ways to fly in.
After locking in your airfare, you can focus on finding the right stay among the hotels in Beijing.
Chengdu
Sichuan Tower of China, Jinli Street and Sichuan Museum are major sights to cross off while you're in this part of Sichuan.
Most flights arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You can also fly into Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
From brief visits to extended stays, hotels in Chengdu cover a wide range of travel styles and budgets.
Visiting China for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can often change, so check in advance whether you'll need a visa or other documentation before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local embassy or consulate should have the latest details.
The local currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY). You can pay by credit or debit card in large businesses, but this is less consistent beyond them.
Beijing is the capital of China, which has a population of around 1.4 billion.
Standard time zones in this destination vary, from UTC+6 to UTC+8.
The weather can affect everything from what you wear to how much you see, so choose your season wisely. July is China's warmest month.
Time your visit for around January if you'd rather be there when it's cooler.
August is typically the rainiest month, while March is the driest.
Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival are some of the major events here. Think about booking your New York to China flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Booked that cheap flight from New York to China? Now work out where you're going to stay and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in China and filter your search by location, price range and more. Also browse car rental options in China and choose from pickup locations in cities or right at the airport.