Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Ottawa according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 Ottawa to Shanghai?

Air Canada and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Ottawa to Shanghai

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

Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai is 2 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport 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 Ottawa Airport 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.

C$ 758 Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Shanghai in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Ottawa and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 1,840 to C$ 2,527. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 1,441.

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11:10 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.YOW-PVG

42h 35m2 stops

1:30 p.m. - 9:18 p.m.PVG-YOW

20h 48m2 stops

C$ 1,441United Airlines

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Mon, 1 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec

6:20 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.YOW-PVG

23h 25m2 stops

8:55 p.m. - 2:27 p.m.PVG-YOW

30h 32m2 stops

C$ 1,442United Airlines

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Sat, 10 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

3:05 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.YOW-PVG

35h 10m3 stops

8:55 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.PVG-YOW

28h 44m3 stops

C$ 1,455Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 18 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

7:45 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.YOW-PVG

27h 10m2 stops

7:10 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.PVG-YOW

30h 29m3 stops

C$ 1,473Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 18 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

6:50 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.YOW-PVG

31h 25m2 stops

2:20 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.PVG-YOW

35h 19m3 stops

C$ 1,486Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 18 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

5:35 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.YOW-PVG

33h 25m2 stops

5:35 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.PVG-YOW

35h 10m1 stop

C$ 1,613Air Canada

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Sat, 10 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

5:40 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.YOW-SHA

44h 40m2 stops

4:35 p.m. - 1:38 a.m.SHA-YOW

46h 03m2 stops

C$ 1,929Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 18 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

7:45 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.YOW-SHA

24h 55m2 stops

8:55 a.m. - 6:43 a.m.SHA-YOW

34h 48m2 stops

C$ 2,182Air China

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Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

7:45 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.YOW-SHA

24h 55m2 stops

8:55 a.m. - 6:43 a.m.SHA-YOW

34h 48m2 stops

C$ 2,184Air China

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Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

5:40 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.YOW-SHA

50h 15m2 stops

4:35 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.SHA-YOW

45h 04m2 stops

C$ 2,388Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb

Cathay Pacific flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Ottawa to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

18 Feb

YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa

44h 40m

2 stops

SHA3:20 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27 Feb

SHA4:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

46h 03m

2 stops

YOW1:38 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,929

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Cathay Pacific

27 Feb

YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa

41h 40m

2 stops

SHA12:20 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29 Apr

SHA1:20 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

47h 02m

2 stops

YOW12:22 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,370

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Cathay Pacific

27 Jan

YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa

50h 15m

2 stops

SHA8:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Feb

SHA4:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 04m

2 stops

YOW12:39 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,388

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Air China flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

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Air China

11 Feb

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

24h 55m

2 stops

SHA9:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

6 Mar

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 48m

2 stops

YOW6:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,182

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Air China

11 Feb

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

24h 55m

2 stops

SHA9:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

6 Mar

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 48m

2 stops

YOW6:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,184

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Air China

19 Jan

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

26h 10m

2 stops

SHA10:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22 Jan

SHA5:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

50h 13m

2 stops

YOW6:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,185

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Return

Price

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 1/12

11:10 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/12

1:30 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops20h 48m

C$ 1,441

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Sat 10/1

6:20 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

8:55 p.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops30h 32m

C$ 1,442

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 18/2

3:05 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

3 stops35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/2

8:55 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

3 stops28h 44m

C$ 1,455

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 18/2

7:45 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/2

7:10 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

3 stops30h 29m

C$ 1,473

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 18/2

6:50 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

2 stops31h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/2

2:20 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

3 stops35h 19m

C$ 1,486

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Sat 10/1

5:35 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

5:35 p.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop35h 10m

C$ 1,613

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Wed 18/2

5:40 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops44h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 27/2

4:35 p.m.-1:38 a.m.

2 stops46h 03m

C$ 1,929

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Wed 11/2

7:45 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

8:55 a.m.-6:43 a.m.

2 stops34h 48m

C$ 2,182

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Wed 11/2

7:45 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

8:55 a.m.-6:43 a.m.

2 stops34h 48m

C$ 2,184

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Tue 27/1

5:40 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops50h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/2

4:35 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops45h 04m

C$ 2,388

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Ottawa and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,498. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until February to fly from Ottawa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,689.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 2,114. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Ottawa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 2,546.

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 Ottawa to Shanghai at noon for as low as C$ 2,383. 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$ 2,478. 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 Ottawa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,867 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Ottawa for as low as C$ 1,615 on momondo.

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How far is Ottawa to Shanghai by plane?
The distance between Ottawa and Shanghai is about 11311.4 km. 21h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai is 2 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport 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 Ottawa Airport 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 Ottawa to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,028 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,463 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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