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

Sichuan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Canada to Shanghai

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Canada to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Vancouver and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 11h 55m on average. Another popular route from Canada to Shanghai is flying from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 19h 17m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Canada 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 25 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

18 flights are operational weekly from Canada to Shanghai as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

The number of flights available between Canada and Shanghai is 2 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00a.m., with 77% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

Prices for flights from Canada to Shanghai were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Canada to Shanghai is 25 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Canada to Shanghai?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Canada to Shanghai.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:55 a.m. - 5:05 p.m.YVR-SHA

25h 10m1 stop

6:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.SHA-YVR

33h 10m1 stop

C$ 946Korean Air

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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

2:10 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.YVR-PVG

18h 45m1 stop

1:25 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.PVG-YVR

23h 00m1 stop

C$ 946Cathay Pacific

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Mon, 29 Sep - Mon, 13 Oct

12:50 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.YVR-PVG

12h 25mdirect

1:20 p.m. - 9:10 a.m.PVG-YVR

10h 50mdirect

C$ 995China Eastern

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Mon, 29 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct

12:50 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.YVR-PVG

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1:20 p.m. - 9:10 a.m.PVG-YVR

10h 50mdirect

C$ 1,004China Eastern

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Mon, 29 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct

10:50 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.YVR-PVG

12h 15mdirect

3:55 p.m. - 11:20 a.m.PVG-YVR

10h 25mdirect

C$ 1,044Air Canada

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Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

6:25 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.YTZ-PVG

31h 40m2 stops

5:35 p.m. - 9:55 a.m.PVG-YTZ

29h 20m2 stops

C$ 1,643Air Canada

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Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 16 Dec

6:33 a.m. - 5:25 p.m.YOW-PVG

22h 52m2 stops

8:10 p.m. - 2:04 p.m.PVG-YOW

29h 54m2 stops

C$ 1,766United Airlines

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Thu, 2 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct

6:33 a.m. - 5:25 p.m.YOW-PVG

22h 52m2 stops

12:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.PVG-YOW

21h 25m2 stops

C$ 1,782United Airlines

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Wed, 3 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

5:55 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.YOW-SHA

46h 35m2 stops

7:40 p.m. - 1:34 a.m.SHA-YOW

41h 54m2 stops

C$ 1,938EVA Air

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Wed, 3 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

5:55 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.YOW-SHA

46h 35m2 stops

7:40 p.m. - 1:34 a.m.SHA-YOW

41h 54m2 stops

C$ 2,042EVA Air

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Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct

Korean Air flights from Canada to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on Canada to Shanghai flight tickets

Korean Air

5 Sep

YVR12:55 a.m.Vancouver Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

SHA5:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21 Sep

SHA6:25 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

YVR12:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 946

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Korean Air

8 Nov

YVR12:10 a.m.Vancouver Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

PVG12:35 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

28 Nov

PVG11:20 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 00m

1 stop

YVR3:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 949

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Korean Air

29 Sep

YVR2:30 p.m.Vancouver Intl

28h 10m

1 stop

PVG9:40 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

6 Oct

PVG11:10 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 25m

1 stop

YVR12:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 950

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Hong Kong Airlines flights from Canada to Shanghai

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Hong Kong Airlines

5 Dec

YVR2:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

SHA3:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14 Dec

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

YVR7:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 959

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Hong Kong Airlines

9 Sep

YVR1:50 a.m.Vancouver Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

SHA6:00 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Sep

SHA4:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

YVR8:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 979

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Hong Kong Airlines

30 Aug

YVR1:50 a.m.Vancouver Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

SHA6:00 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21 Sep

SHA4:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

YVR8:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 981

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VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/9

12:55 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/9

6:25 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

C$ 946

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 29/9

2:10 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/10

1:25 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

C$ 946

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 29/9

12:50 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

Nonstop12h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/10

1:20 p.m.-9:10 a.m.

Nonstop10h 50m

C$ 995

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 29/9

12:50 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

Nonstop12h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/10

1:20 p.m.-9:10 a.m.

Nonstop10h 50m

C$ 1,004

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 21/9

10:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

Nonstop12h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/10

3:55 p.m.-11:20 a.m.

Nonstop10h 25m

C$ 1,044

TorontoShanghai

YTZ - PVG

YTZPVG

Toronto Island

Tue 23/9

6:25 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops31h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/12

5:35 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

2 stops29h 20m

C$ 1,643

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Thu 2/10

6:33 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops22h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/10

8:10 p.m.-2:04 p.m.

2 stops29h 54m

C$ 1,766

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 3/9

6:33 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops22h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 24/9

12:10 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops21h 25m

C$ 1,782

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Wed 3/9

5:55 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

2 stops46h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 24/9

7:40 p.m.-1:34 a.m.

2 stops41h 54m

C$ 1,938

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 13/10

5:55 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

2 stops46h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/10

7:40 p.m.-1:34 a.m.

2 stops41h 54m

C$ 2,042

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Canada to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,632. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Canada, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,652.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 1,618. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Canada because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,789.

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 in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Canada to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as C$ 1,672. 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 at noon because they tend to be around C$ 2,423. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Canada to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Canada - Shanghai flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Canada when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,870 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Canada for as low as C$ 1,677 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Canada to Shanghai flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Canada to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	11h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	1 airport

The fastest flight from Canada to Shanghai takes 11h 55m

Direct flights go from Canada to Shanghai every day.

There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Canada to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Canada to Shanghai were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Canada to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Canada to Shanghai is 25 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Canada to Shanghai?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Canada to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Canada to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 778	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 19 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 914	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 15 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 969	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 45 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom C$ 1,028	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 95 reviews	Search Air China flights
ANA	PriceFrom C$ 1,086	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 936 reviews	Search ANA flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 1,092	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,982 reviews	Search Delta flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom C$ 1,114	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Southern	PriceFrom C$ 1,185	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 108 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,267	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 764 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,344	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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