How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Alberta to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Calgary and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 18h 05m on average. Another popular route from Alberta to Shanghai is flying from Edmonton to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 20h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Korean Air and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Alberta according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 74% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alberta to Shanghai?

American Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Alberta to Shanghai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Alberta to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to Shanghai?

As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Alberta to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to Shanghai?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alberta to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

C$ 575 Cheap Flights from Alberta to Shanghai in 2026

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6:00 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.YYC Calgary-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 05m1 stop Vancouver Intl

3:55 p.m. - 7:12 a.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YYC Calgary

29h 17m2 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton

C$ 1,043Air Canada

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

8:30 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.YYC Calgary-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 35m2 stops Edmonton Vancouver Intl

3:55 p.m. - 7:12 a.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YYC Calgary

29h 17m2 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton

C$ 1,043Air Canada

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

6:50 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.YYC Calgary-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 15m1 stop Vancouver Intl

2:00 p.m. - 7:34 p.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YYC Calgary

19h 34m2 stops Incheon Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,130Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Wed, 11 Nov

8:30 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.YYC Calgary-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 35m2 stops Edmonton Vancouver Intl

2:00 p.m. - 7:34 p.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YYC Calgary

19h 34m2 stops Incheon Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,130Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Wed, 11 Nov

9:00 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.YYC Calgary-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

4:55 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YYC Calgary

21h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,233Hong Kong Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

6:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YYC Calgary-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

4:10 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YYC Calgary

22h 34m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,234Hong Kong Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

10:30 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Incheon Intl

11:20 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

36h 20m2 stops Incheon Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,283Korean Air

Mon, 23 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

9:00 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.YYC Calgary-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

1:35 p.m. - 9:05 a.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YYC Calgary

33h 30m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,373Cathay Pacific

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

7:45 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.YYC Calgary-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

1:35 p.m. - 9:05 a.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YYC Calgary

33h 30m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,609Cathay Pacific

Sun, 27 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan

4:00 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.YYC Calgary-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 05m1 stop Incheon Intl

6:25 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YYC Calgary

35h 50m1 stop Seoul Gimpo Intl

C$ 3,524Korean Air

Sun, 30 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

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9:25 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

4:55 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

21h 49m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,508Multiple Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

9:40 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

4:55 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

21h 49m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,511Hong Kong Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

9:25 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YEG Edmonton-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

4:10 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YEG Edmonton

37h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,574Hong Kong Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

1:15 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

11:55 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

41h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,574Hong Kong Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

9:25 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YEG Edmonton-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

4:10 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YEG Edmonton

37h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,575Hong Kong Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

9:25 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Incheon Intl

11:10 a.m. - 4:57 p.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

19h 47m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

C$ 1,580Multiple Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

9:40 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:05 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

27h 30m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,593Multiple Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

9:25 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

8:05 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

39h 10m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

C$ 1,625Multiple Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

9:40 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YEG Edmonton-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

10:30 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-YEG Edmonton

32h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,719Cathay Pacific

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

5:30 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.YEG Edmonton-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 35m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

3:55 p.m. - 8:34 p.m.PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-YEG Edmonton

18h 39m1 stop Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,903Air Canada

Sun, 16 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

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19 Oct

YYC9:00 p.m.Calgary

27h 55m

2 stops

SHA2:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28 Oct

SHA4:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 50m

2 stops

YYC12:45 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,233

Hong Kong Airlines

9 Sep

YYC6:00 p.m.Calgary

34h 00m

2 stops

SHA6:00 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Sep

SHA4:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 34m

2 stops

YYC12:44 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,234

Hong Kong Airlines

5 Nov

YYC7:45 a.m.Calgary

42h 05m

2 stops

SHA3:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19 Nov

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 35m

2 stops

YYC1:45 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,247

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XiamenAir

19 Oct

YYC9:55 p.m.Calgary

24h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Nov

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 55m

2 stops

YYC9:05 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,424

XiamenAir

26 Oct

YEG9:55 p.m.Edmonton

22h 45m

2 stops

SHA10:40 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

9 Nov

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 45m

2 stops

YEG12:55 a.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,603

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CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

6:00 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

3:55 p.m.-7:12 a.m.

2 stops29h 17m

C$ 1,043

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

8:30 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

3:55 p.m.-7:12 a.m.

2 stops29h 17m

C$ 1,043

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CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

6:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

2:00 p.m.-7:34 p.m.

2 stops19h 34m

C$ 1,130

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

8:30 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

2:00 p.m.-7:34 p.m.

2 stops19h 34m

C$ 1,130

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YYCSHA

Calgary

Mon 19/10

9:00 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 28/10

4:55 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

2 stops21h 50m

C$ 1,233

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YYCSHA

Calgary

Wed 9/9

6:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

4:10 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

2 stops22h 34m

C$ 1,234

EdmontonShanghai

YEG Edmonton - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Mon 23/11

10:30 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/11

11:20 a.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops36h 20m

C$ 1,283

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YYCSHA

Calgary

Tue 3/11

9:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

2 stops36h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/12

1:35 p.m.-9:05 a.m.

2 stops33h 30m

C$ 1,373

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sun 27/12

7:45 a.m.-2:20 p.m.

2 stops40h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/1

1:35 p.m.-9:05 a.m.

2 stops33h 30m

C$ 1,609

CalgaryShanghai

YYC Calgary - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sun 30/8

4:00 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop35h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 14/9

6:25 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

1 stop35h 50m

C$ 3,524

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Alberta to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,213. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in November, then you should wait until January to fly from Alberta, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,247.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Alberta to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Alberta when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,432 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Alberta for as low as C$ 1,152 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Alberta to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to Shanghai?
As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Alberta to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to Shanghai?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alberta to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Alberta to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 985	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,451 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 990	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,465 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
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Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,126	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 31 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights

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