Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Korean Air and China Airlines 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 61% 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?

XiamenAir, Korean Air, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Alberta to Shanghai

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 20h 45m on average. Another popular route from Alberta to Shanghai is flying from Edmonton to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 24h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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 December 2025, 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.

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3:00 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.

YYC

PVG

29h 25m2 stops

4:50 p.m. - 12:41 a.m.

PVG

YYC

22h 51m2 stops

C$ 953Multiple Airlines

Fri, 16 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan

6:30 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.

YYC

PVG

42h 10m2 stops

4:50 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.

PVG

YYC

22h 52m2 stops

C$ 991Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

6:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

YYC

PVG

31h 40m2 stops

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

PVG

YYC

21h 50m2 stops

C$ 1,028Multiple Airlines

Thu, 23 Apr - Fri, 8 May

6:30 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.

YYC

PVG

42h 55m1 stop

6:25 p.m. - 11:39 a.m.

PVG

YYC

31h 14m1 stop

C$ 1,045American Airlines

Wed, 18 Feb - Tue, 24 Mar

7:45 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.

YYC

SHA

42h 05m2 stops

4:55 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.

SHA

YYC

22h 47m2 stops

C$ 1,050Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

7:00 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

YYC

PVG

50h 35m2 stops

11:10 a.m. - 6:17 p.m.

PVG

YYC

45h 07m2 stops

C$ 1,058Korean Air

Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 19 Apr

6:40 a.m. - 8:10 p.m.

YEG

PVG

23h 30m2 stops

1:40 p.m. - 6:07 p.m.

PVG

YEG

18h 27m2 stops

C$ 1,058Korean Air

Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 7 Jul

1:40 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.

YYC

PVG

35h 45m2 stops

6:25 p.m. - 9:58 p.m.

PVG

YYC

18h 33m1 stop

C$ 1,065American Airlines

Fri, 16 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan

4:05 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.

YEG

SHA

29h 35m2 stops

12:10 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.

SHA

YEG

26h 44m2 stops

C$ 1,171XiamenAir

Mon, 2 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

8:05 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

YEG

PVG

28h 55m1 stop

3:55 p.m. - 9:18 a.m.

PVG

YEG

31h 23m2 stops

C$ 1,391Air Canada

Tue, 3 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr

XiamenAir flights from Alberta to Shanghai

Our best XiamenAir deals on Alberta to Shanghai flight tickets

XiamenAir

2 Feb

YEG4:05 p.m.Edmonton

29h 35m

2 stops

SHA12:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

9 Feb

SHA12:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 44m

2 stops

YEG11:54 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,171

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XiamenAir

5 Mar

YYC8:15 p.m.Calgary

23h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:40 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Apr

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 32m

2 stops

YYC12:42 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,756

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Air China flights from Alberta to Shanghai

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Air China

23 Jan

YYC7:30 a.m.Calgary

23h 10m

2 stops

SHA9:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26 Jan

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 54m

2 stops

YYC3:49 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,653

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Air China

18 Mar

YYC7:30 a.m.Calgary

36h 25m

2 stops

SHA9:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

7 Apr

SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

YYC5:35 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,719

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Air China

16 Feb

YYC7:30 a.m.Calgary

24h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31 Mar

SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

YYC5:35 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,752

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CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Fri 16/1

3:00 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/1

4:50 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

2 stops22h 51m

C$ 953

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Thu 22/1

6:30 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

2 stops42h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/2

4:50 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops22h 52m

C$ 991

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Thu 23/4

6:00 p.m.-3:40 p.m.

2 stops31h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/5

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

2 stops21h 50m

C$ 1,028

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Wed 18/2

6:30 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

1 stop42h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/3

6:25 p.m.-11:39 a.m.

1 stop31h 14m

C$ 1,044

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Thu 22/1

7:45 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/2

4:55 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops22h 47m

C$ 1,050

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Mon 2/3

7:00 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

2 stops50h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/4

11:10 a.m.-6:17 p.m.

2 stops45h 07m

C$ 1,058

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Tue 7/4

6:40 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

2 stops23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/7

1:40 p.m.-6:07 p.m.

2 stops18h 27m

C$ 1,058

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Fri 16/1

1:40 p.m.-4:25 p.m.

2 stops35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/1

6:25 p.m.-9:58 p.m.

1 stop18h 33m

C$ 1,065

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - SHA

YEGSHA

Edmonton

Mon 2/2

4:05 p.m.-12:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/2

12:10 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops26h 44m

C$ 1,171

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Tue 3/3

8:05 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/4

3:55 p.m.-9:18 a.m.

2 stops31h 23m

C$ 1,391

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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$ 1,171. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in November, then you should wait until September to fly from Alberta, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,308.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 1,866. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Alberta because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 2,087.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Alberta to Shanghai at noon for as low as C$ 1,745. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around C$ 2,010. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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$ 1,478 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$ 1,253 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 45m
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The fastest flight from Alberta to Shanghai takes 20h 45m

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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 December 2025, 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 1,041	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,102 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 1,051	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,185 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,549 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,401	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 792 reviews	Search China Airlines flights

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