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 October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00a.m., with 77% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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 12h 15m on average. Another popular route from Canada to Shanghai is flying from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 19h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

20 flights are operational weekly from Canada to Shanghai as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 21 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 Canada to Shanghai?

XiamenAir, China Southern, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Canada to Shanghai

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 21 as of October 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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11:30 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.YVR-PVG

23h 55m1 stop

4:40 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.PVG-YVR

19h 45m1 stop

C$ 910Sichuan Airlines

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Mon, 12 Jan - Thu, 19 Feb

12:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.YVR-PVG

23h 20m1 stop

12:25 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.PVG-YVR

22h 50m1 stop

C$ 914Hong Kong Airlines

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Sat, 15 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov

12:10 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.YVR-SHA

25h 00m1 stop

6:25 p.m. - 11:15 a.m.SHA-YVR

32h 50m1 stop

C$ 917Korean Air

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Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

1:00 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YVR-PVG

28h 45m1 stop

8:50 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.PVG-YVR

22h 50m1 stop

C$ 920Korean Air

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Fri, 21 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

12:05 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.YVR-SHA

28h 50m1 stop

10:30 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.SHA-YVR

38h 05m1 stop

C$ 955Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 10 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

12:35 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.YVR-SHA

40h 20m1 stop

1:35 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.SHA-YVR

23h 00m1 stop

C$ 960Cathay Pacific

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Fri, 16 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb

11:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.YVR-PVG

12h 45mdirect

5:35 p.m. - 11:50 a.m.PVG-YVR

10h 15mdirect

C$ 1,021Air Canada

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11:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.YVR-PVG

12h 45mdirect

5:35 p.m. - 11:50 a.m.PVG-YVR

10h 15mdirect

C$ 1,022Air Canada

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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov

3:30 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.YYC-SHA

39h 10m2 stops

1:30 p.m. - 12:26 p.m.SHA-YYC

37h 56m2 stops

C$ 1,998United Airlines

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Sat, 15 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov

3:30 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.YYC-SHA

39h 10m2 stops

1:30 p.m. - 12:26 p.m.SHA-YYC

37h 56m2 stops

C$ 2,065United Airlines

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Japan Airlines flights from Canada to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Canada to Shanghai flight tickets

Japan Airlines

4 Feb

YYZ1:14 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

33h 31m

2 stops

SHA11:45 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

5 Mar

SHA1:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 49m

2 stops

YYZ9:59 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,376

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Japan Airlines

20 Oct

YYZ6:30 a.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

40h 55m

2 stops

SHA11:25 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18 Nov

SHA1:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 48m

2 stops

YYZ9:58 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,823

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Air China flights from Canada to Shanghai

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Air China

24 Oct

YVR1:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl

17h 50m

1 stop

SHA9:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Nov

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

YVR9:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,289

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Air China

24 Oct

YVR1:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

SHA10:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Nov

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

YVR9:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,334

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Air China

20 Oct

YVR12:55 p.m.Vancouver Intl

18h 45m

1 stop

SHA10:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Nov

SHA7:45 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 15m

1 stop

YVR9:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,348

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VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/1

11:30 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

1 stop23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/2

4:40 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 45m

C$ 910

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 15/11

12:20 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 20/11

12:25 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop22h 50m

C$ 914

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/11

12:10 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/11

6:25 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop32h 50m

C$ 917

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/11

1:00 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

1 stop28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/11

8:50 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop22h 50m

C$ 920

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/2

12:05 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop28h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 22/2

10:30 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop38h 05m

C$ 955

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 16/1

12:35 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/2

1:35 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

C$ 960

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/11

11:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

5:35 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

Nonstop10h 15m

C$ 1,021

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/11

11:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

5:35 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

Nonstop10h 15m

C$ 1,022

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sat 15/11

3:30 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops39h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/11

1:30 p.m.-12:26 p.m.

2 stops37h 56m

C$ 1,998

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Thu 13/11

3:30 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops39h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 22/11

1:30 p.m.-12:26 p.m.

2 stops37h 56m

C$ 2,065

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, September 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$ 1,648. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Canada, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,650.

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$ 1,640. 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$ 1,776.

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$ 1,685. 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$ 2,460. 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$ 1,810 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$ 1,594 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	12h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	1 airport

The fastest flight from Canada to Shanghai takes 12h 15m

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 21 as of October 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 789	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 868	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 46 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 913	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 919	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,028 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 977	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,149 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom C$ 1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 169 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom C$ 1,044	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 114 reviews	Search Air China flights
ANA	PriceFrom C$ 1,095	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 984 reviews	Search ANA flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 1,108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,980 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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