Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Hong Kong Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from British Columbia according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from British Columbia to Shanghai?

The flight from British Columbia to Shanghai depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Vancouver (a popular airport in British Columbia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Shanghai), then the flight time is 11h 50m on average. If you fly from Kelowna (another popular airport in British Columbia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 17h 40m.

How many flights depart from British Columbia to Shanghai on average per week?

The number of flights available between British Columbia and Shanghai is 16 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from British Columbia to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from British Columbia to Shanghai

How many flights depart from British Columbia to Shanghai on average per day?

2 flights are operational daily from British Columbia to Shanghai as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00a.m., with 87% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Prices for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from British Columbia 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 British Columbia to Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:20 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.

YVR

PVG

14h 50m

1 stop

11:10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

PVG

YVR

20h 20m

1 stop

C$ 972Korean Air

Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

12:55 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.

YVR

PVG

17h 45m

1 stop

1:40 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

PVG

YVR

17h 50m

1 stop

C$ 974Korean Air

Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct

12:35 a.m. - 12:20 a.m.

YVR

PVG

32h 45m

1 stop

6:55 a.m. - 9:45 p.m.

PVG

YVR

29h 50m

1 stop

C$ 1,006China Southern

Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

9:55 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

YVR

SHA

35h 10m

1 stop

10:30 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

SHA

YVR

29h 05m

1 stop

C$ 1,032Cathay Pacific

Mon, 7 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

9:55 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

YVR

SHA

35h 10m

1 stop

10:30 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

SHA

YVR

29h 05m

1 stop

C$ 1,035Cathay Pacific

Mon, 7 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

5:25 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YVR

SHA

51h 50m

2 stops

1:35 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.

SHA

YVR

16h 15m

1 stop

C$ 1,138ANA

Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

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

YYC

SHA

22h 25m

2 stops

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

SHA

YYC

25h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,190China Southern

Fri, 4 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

8:15 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.

YYC

PVG

15h 50m

1 stop

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

PVG

YYC

29h 17m

2 stops

C$ 1,215Air Canada

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

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

YYC

PVG

18h 05m

1 stop

3:55 p.m. - 7:49 p.m.

PVG

YYC

17h 54m

1 stop

C$ 1,216Air Canada

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

2:35 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YLW

SHA

30h 40m

2 stops

1:35 p.m. - 5:28 p.m.

SHA

YLW

18h 53m

2 stops

C$ 7,387ANA

Sun, 19 Apr - Mon, 4 May

Cathay Pacific flights from British Columbia to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

7 Sep

YVR9:55 a.m.Vancouver Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

SHA12:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Sep

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

YVR12:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,032

Cathay Pacific

7 Sep

YVR9:55 a.m.Vancouver Intl

35h 10m

1 stop

SHA12:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Sep

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

YVR12:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,035

Cathay Pacific

7 Sep

YVR2:55 p.m.Vancouver Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

SHA12:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Sep

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

YVR12:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,038

Hong Kong Airlines flights from British Columbia to Shanghai

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Hong Kong Airlines

16 Sep

YVR1:30 a.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

PVG3:40 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

14 Oct

PVG4:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m

1 stop

YVR8:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,121

Hong Kong Airlines

14 Apr

YVR1:30 a.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

PVG3:40 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

17 Jun

PVG4:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m

1 stop

YVR8:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,148

Hong Kong Airlines

14 Apr

YVR1:30 a.m.Vancouver Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

PVG9:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

11 Jun

PVG4:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m

1 stop

YVR8:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,149

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VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 24/9

2:20 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

11:10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop20h 20m

C$ 972

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 15/9

12:55 a.m.-9:40 a.m.

1 stop17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/10

1:40 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 974

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 18/9

12:35 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop32h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/10

6:55 a.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop29h 50m

C$ 1,006

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/9

9:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 24/9

10:30 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 05m

C$ 1,032

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/9

9:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 24/9

10:30 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 05m

C$ 1,035

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/9

5:25 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops51h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

1:35 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop16h 15m

C$ 1,138

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Fri 4/9

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

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

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

2 stops25h 30m

C$ 1,190

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 15/9

8:15 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop15h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

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

2 stops29h 17m

C$ 1,215

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

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.-7:49 p.m.

1 stop17h 54m

C$ 1,216

KelownaShanghai

YLW - SHA

YLWSHA

Kelowna

Sun 19/4

2:35 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/5

1:35 p.m.-5:28 p.m.

2 stops18h 53m

C$ 7,387

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from British Columbia to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 988. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in January, then you should wait until September to fly from British Columbia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,071.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 1,226. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from British Columbia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,312.

What is the cheapest British Columbia to Shanghai flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from British Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,186 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from British Columbia for as low as C$ 991 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on British Columbia to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on British Columbia to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on British Columbia to Shanghai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between British Columbia to Shanghai.

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Best price found	C$ 661
Fastest flight time	11h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from British Columbia in the past 72 hours is C$ 661. The best round-trip flight deal from British Columbia to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,095.

The fastest flight from British Columbia to Shanghai takes 11h 50m

Direct flights go from British Columbia to Shanghai every day.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From British Columbia there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai?
As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from British Columbia 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 British Columbia to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from British Columbia to Shanghai?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between British Columbia and Shanghai, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 45.13% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 39.18%, Airbus A350-900 with 13.17%, and Airbus A330-300 with 1.43%.

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Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 809	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 30 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,234 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Southern	PriceFrom C$ 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 146 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom C$ 833	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 838	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 844	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,203 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 860	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 63 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 943	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,527 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 975	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,868 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air China	PriceFrom C$ 1,043	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 144 reviews	Search Air China flights

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