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

American Airlines, China Southern, and Korean Air 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 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.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Alberta to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Edmonton 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 Calgary to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 21h 15m. 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 February 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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7:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

YYC

PVG

30h 40m

2 stops

4:55 p.m. - 10:49 a.m.

PVG

YYC

31h 54m

2 stops

C$ 1,002Multiple Airlines

Wed, 8 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

12:45 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.

YYC

PVG

36h 35m

1 stop

5:20 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.

PVG

YYC

32h 35m

1 stop

C$ 1,067American Airlines

Thu, 16 Apr - Thu, 21 May

6:00 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.

YYC

PVG

26h 40m

2 stops

11:55 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

PVG

YYC

34h 35m

2 stops

C$ 1,078Multiple Airlines

Sat, 25 Apr - Mon, 15 Jun

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

YYC

PVG

35h 45m

2 stops

6:25 p.m. - 11:44 a.m.

PVG

YYC

31h 19m

1 stop

C$ 1,081American Airlines

Sat, 14 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar

4:05 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.

YEG

PVG

38h 05m

2 stops

1:40 p.m. - 11:09 a.m.

PVG

YEG

59h 29m

2 stops

C$ 1,096Korean Air

Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

9:55 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.

YEG

PVG

48h 30m

2 stops

1:40 p.m. - 11:09 a.m.

PVG

YEG

59h 29m

2 stops

C$ 1,097Korean Air

Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

9:55 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.

YEG

PVG

32h 15m

2 stops

1:40 p.m. - 11:09 a.m.

PVG

YEG

59h 29m

2 stops

C$ 1,103Korean Air

Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

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

YYC

PVG

43h 55m

1 stop

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

PVG

YYC

32h 23m

1 stop

C$ 1,115American Airlines

Tue, 10 Mar - Wed, 6 May

6:50 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.

YEG

PVG

27h 05m

2 stops

2:30 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.

PVG

YEG

37h 20m

2 stops

C$ 1,216Cathay Pacific

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 21 May

10:00 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.

YYC

SHA

23h 00m

2 stops

12:10 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.

SHA

YYC

26h 35m

2 stops

C$ 1,246XiamenAir

Thu, 16 Apr - Thu, 21 May

United Airlines flights from Alberta to Shanghai

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United Airlines

15 Feb

YYC3:30 p.m.Calgary

36h 15m

1 stop

PVG6:45 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

5 Mar

PVG1:30 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 56m

1 stop

YYC12:26 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,699

United Airlines

15 Feb

YYC3:30 p.m.Calgary

36h 25m

2 stops

PVG6:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Mar

PVG1:30 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 56m

1 stop

YYC12:26 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,762

United Airlines

15 Feb

YYC3:30 p.m.Calgary

36h 15m

1 stop

PVG6:45 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

6 Mar

PVG1:30 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 56m

1 stop

YYC12:26 p.m.Calgary

C$ 1,826

Hong Kong Airlines flights from Alberta to Shanghai

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Hong Kong Airlines

15 Apr

YYC10:00 p.m.Calgary

22h 40m

2 stops

PVG10:40 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

22 May

PVG4:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 50m

2 stops

YYC12:45 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,362

Hong Kong Airlines

10 Apr

YYC8:15 p.m.Calgary

31h 45m

2 stops

SHA6:00 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 May

SHA7:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 30m

2 stops

YYC12:45 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,398

Hong Kong Airlines

7 May

YYC9:55 p.m.Calgary

30h 05m

2 stops

SHA6:00 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15 Sep

SHA7:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 30m

2 stops

YYC12:45 a.m.Calgary

C$ 1,528

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Depart

Return

Price

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Wed 8/4

7:00 p.m.-3:40 p.m.

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/4

4:55 p.m.-10:49 a.m.

2 stops31h 54m

C$ 1,002

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Thu 16/4

12:45 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop36h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 21/5

5:20 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop32h 35m

C$ 1,067

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sat 25/4

6:00 p.m.-10:40 a.m.

2 stops26h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/6

11:55 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

2 stops34h 35m

C$ 1,078

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sat 14/2

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

2 stops35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

6:25 p.m.-11:44 a.m.

1 stop31h 19m

C$ 1,081

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Thu 16/4

4:05 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

2 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

1:40 p.m.-11:09 a.m.

2 stops59h 29m

C$ 1,096

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Thu 16/4

9:55 p.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops48h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

1:40 p.m.-11:09 a.m.

2 stops59h 29m

C$ 1,097

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Thu 16/4

9:55 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

2 stops32h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

1:40 p.m.-11:09 a.m.

2 stops59h 29m

C$ 1,103

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 10/3

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

1 stop43h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/5

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

1 stop32h 23m

C$ 1,115

EdmontonShanghai

YEG - PVG

YEGPVG

Edmonton

Fri 1/5

6:50 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 21/5

2:30 p.m.-1:50 p.m.

2 stops37h 20m

C$ 1,216

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Thu 16/4

10:00 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops23h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/5

12:10 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

2 stops26h 35m

C$ 1,246

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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$ 1,156. 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$ 1,294.

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$ 1,430 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$ 1,174 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	18h 05m
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The fastest flight from Alberta to Shanghai takes 18h 05m

There are no direct flights from Alberta to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Alberta to Shanghai.

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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 February 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 1,027	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,153 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 1,037	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,188 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,082	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,673 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,361	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 803 reviews	Search China Airlines flights

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