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 17h 30m on average. Another popular route from Alberta to Shanghai is flying from Edmonton to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 24h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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 60% 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.

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 March 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.

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2:45 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

YYC

PVG

36h 50m

2 stops

11:55 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.

PVG

YYC

37h 40m

2 stops

C$ 1,058Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

2:45 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

YYC

PVG

36h 50m

2 stops

11:55 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.

PVG

YYC

37h 40m

2 stops

C$ 1,059Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

9:00 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.

YYC

PVG

22h 40m

2 stops

8:50 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.

PVG

YYC

26h 20m

2 stops

C$ 1,063Korean Air

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

9:00 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.

YYC

PVG

25h 25m

2 stops

8:50 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.

PVG

YYC

26h 20m

2 stops

C$ 1,065Korean Air

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

6:45 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.

YYC

PVG

42h 35m

1 stop

5:20 p.m. - 11:43 a.m.

PVG

YYC

32h 23m

1 stop

C$ 1,082American Airlines

Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May

6:45 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.

YYC

PVG

42h 35m

1 stop

5:20 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

PVG

YYC

33h 15m

2 stops

C$ 1,146American Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

11:50 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.

YEG

PVG

22h 05m

2 stops

7:20 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.

PVG

YEG

22h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,173Cathay Pacific

Mon, 31 Aug - Wed, 30 Sep

6:15 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.

YEG

PVG

37h 55m

2 stops

7:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

PVG

YEG

18h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,185Cathay Pacific

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

9:55 p.m. - 10:20 a.m.

YYC

SHA

22h 25m

2 stops

3:50 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

SHA

YYC

29h 40m

2 stops

C$ 1,207China Southern

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

9:55 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.

YYC

SHA

24h 25m

2 stops

8:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

SHA

YYC

25h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,281China Southern

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

Hong Kong Airlines flights from Alberta to Shanghai

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Hong Kong Airlines

19 Apr

YYC8:15 p.m.Calgary

31h 45m

2 stops

SHA6:00 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

5 May

SHA7:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 29m

2 stops

YYC12:44 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,816

Hong Kong Airlines

25 Mar

YYC10:00 p.m.Calgary

28h 50m

2 stops

SHA4:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20 Apr

SHA7:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 27m

2 stops

YYC12:42 a.m.Calgary

C$ 3,535

Cathay Pacific flights from Alberta to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

31 Aug

YEG11:50 a.m.Edmonton

22h 05m

2 stops

PVG11:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

30 Sep

PVG7:20 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 30m

2 stops

YEG3:50 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,173

Cathay Pacific

1 Sep

YEG6:15 p.m.Edmonton

37h 55m

2 stops

PVG10:10 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

30 Sep

PVG7:20 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 30m

2 stops

YEG11:50 a.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,185

Cathay Pacific

5 Sep

YEG1:25 p.m.Edmonton

33h 50m

2 stops

PVG1:15 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

16 Sep

PVG8:35 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 10m

2 stops

YEG5:45 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,247

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CalgaryShanghai

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YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

2:45 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

11:55 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops37h 40m

C$ 1,058

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

2:45 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

11:55 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops37h 40m

C$ 1,059

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

9:00 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops22h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

8:50 a.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops26h 20m

C$ 1,063

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

9:00 p.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

8:50 a.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops26h 20m

C$ 1,065

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sun 19/4

6:45 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

5:20 p.m.-11:43 a.m.

1 stop32h 23m

C$ 1,082

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 1/9

6:45 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 29/9

5:20 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

2 stops33h 15m

C$ 1,146

Quickest round-trip

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Mon 31/8

11:50 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/9

7:20 a.m.-3:50 p.m.

2 stops22h 30m

C$ 1,173

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Tue 1/9

6:15 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/9

7:20 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

2 stops18h 30m

C$ 1,185

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Tue 1/9

9:55 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/9

3:50 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops29h 40m

C$ 1,207

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Tue 1/9

9:55 p.m.-12:20 p.m.

2 stops24h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/9

8:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops25h 30m

C$ 1,281

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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$ 1,165. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in November, then you should wait until February to fly from Alberta, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,280.

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$ 1,398 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$ 1,151 on momondo.

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As of March 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.

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