Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, China Airlines and Korean Air 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 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 6 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

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 20m on average. Another popular route from Alberta to Shanghai is flying from Edmonton to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 18h 55m. 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 September 2025, there are 6 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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1:40 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.YYC-PVG

17h 20m1 stop

8:55 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.PVG-YYC

17h 45m1 stop

C$ 1,055Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 5 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

4:05 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.YEG-PVG

37h 20m2 stops

11:20 a.m. - 5:04 p.m.PVG-YEG

44h 44m2 stops

C$ 1,092Korean Air

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Mon, 3 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

4:05 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.YEG-PVG

37h 20m2 stops

11:20 a.m. - 11:54 p.m.PVG-YEG

27h 34m2 stops

C$ 1,094Korean Air

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Mon, 10 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

11:30 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.YYC-PVG

33h 15m2 stops

7:10 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.PVG-YYC

23h 05m2 stops

C$ 1,165Cathay Pacific

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Sat, 28 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

6:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.YEG-PVG

38h 00m2 stops

7:00 p.m. - 3:09 p.m.PVG-YEG

35h 09m2 stops

C$ 1,165Cathay Pacific

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Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

10:10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.YEG-PVG

38h 50m2 stops

5:35 p.m. - 5:43 p.m.PVG-YEG

15h 08m2 stops

C$ 1,182Air Canada

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Fri, 7 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

12:35 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.YYC-PVG

60h 25m2 stops

5:35 p.m. - 3:39 p.m.PVG-YYC

13h 04m1 stop

C$ 1,204Air Canada

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Thu, 6 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

1:26 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.YYC-PVG

35h 24m2 stops

5:00 p.m. - 9:54 p.m.PVG-YYC

18h 54m1 stop

C$ 1,224American Airlines

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 25 Oct

6:45 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.YYC-PVG

42h 05m1 stop

5:00 p.m. - 9:54 p.m.PVG-YYC

18h 54m1 stop

C$ 1,239American Airlines

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 25 Oct

12:32 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.YYC-PVG

37h 18m2 stops

6:00 p.m. - 11:51 a.m.PVG-YYC

32h 51m2 stops

C$ 1,257Delta

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XiamenAir

10 Nov

YEG6:00 p.m.Edmonton

29h 35m

2 stops

SHA2:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Nov

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 44m

2 stops

YEG11:54 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,281

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16 Oct

YYC10:00 p.m.Calgary

23h 00m

2 stops

SHA11:00 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Nov

SHA9:45 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 56m

2 stops

YYC12:41 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,442

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XiamenAir

16 Oct

YYC10:00 p.m.Calgary

23h 00m

2 stops

SHA11:00 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Nov

SHA9:45 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 56m

2 stops

YYC12:41 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,443

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Air China

29 Oct

YYC6:45 a.m.Calgary

24h 55m

2 stops

SHA9:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23 Nov

SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 25m

2 stops

YYC1:55 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,372

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Air China

31 Oct

YEG9:55 a.m.Edmonton

21h 45m

2 stops

SHA9:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Nov

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 27m

2 stops

YEG3:57 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,396

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Air China

29 Oct

YEG7:00 a.m.Edmonton

40h 55m

2 stops

SHA1:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Nov

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 02m

2 stops

YEG3:57 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,409

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CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Mon 5/1

1:40 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/1

8:55 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

1 stop17h 45m

C$ 1,055

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Mon 3/11

4:05 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops37h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/11

11:20 a.m.-5:04 p.m.

2 stops44h 44m

C$ 1,092

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Mon 10/11

4:05 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops37h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/11

11:20 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops27h 34m

C$ 1,094

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sat 28/2

11:30 p.m.-11:45 p.m.

2 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/3

7:10 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

2 stops23h 05m

C$ 1,165

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Fri 13/2

6:40 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops38h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/3

7:00 p.m.-3:09 p.m.

2 stops35h 09m

C$ 1,165

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Fri 7/11

10:10 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

5:35 p.m.-5:43 p.m.

2 stops15h 08m

C$ 1,182

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Thu 6/11

12:35 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops60h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

5:35 p.m.-3:39 p.m.

1 stop13h 04m

C$ 1,204

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 30/9

1:26 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops35h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 25/10

5:00 p.m.-9:54 p.m.

1 stop18h 54m

C$ 1,224

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 30/9

6:45 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop42h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 25/10

5:00 p.m.-9:54 p.m.

1 stop18h 54m

C$ 1,239

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Mon 27/10

12:32 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

2 stops37h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

6:00 p.m.-11:51 a.m.

2 stops32h 51m

C$ 1,257

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, September 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$ 1,315. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until November to fly from Alberta, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,327.

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$ 1,860. 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$ 2,080.

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$ 1,739. 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$ 2,004. 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$ 1,557 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$ 1,297 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 September 2025, there are 6 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$ 1,051	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 998 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,094	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 1,146	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,140 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom C$ 1,398	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,237 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,456	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 768 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,481	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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