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 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 8 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, Air China, and China Eastern 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 September 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.

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6:45 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.YOW-PVG

32h 40m2 stops

8:30 p.m. - 4:53 p.m.PVG-YOW

33h 23m3 stops

C$ 1,476Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 14 Jan

5:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.YOW-PVG

33h 15m3 stops

4:30 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.PVG-YOW

35h 14m2 stops

C$ 1,506Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 6 Oct - Thu, 13 Nov

5:50 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.YOW-PVG

33h 10m1 stop

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

35h 10m1 stop

C$ 1,582Air Canada

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Thu, 20 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

5:50 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.YOW-PVG

33h 10m1 stop

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

35h 10m1 stop

C$ 1,689Air Canada

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Wed, 11 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

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

24h 55m2 stops

9:30 p.m. - 6:43 a.m.SHA-YOW

46h 13m2 stops

C$ 1,724Air China

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Mon, 9 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

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

24h 55m2 stops

9:30 p.m. - 6:43 a.m.SHA-YOW

46h 13m2 stops

C$ 1,755Air China

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Mon, 9 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

6:05 a.m. - 5:25 p.m.YOW-PVG

23h 20m2 stops

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

30h 32m2 stops

C$ 1,776United Airlines

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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 26 Nov

6:33 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.YOW-PVG

23h 12m2 stops

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

20h 48m2 stops

C$ 1,780United Airlines

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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 26 Nov

5:40 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.YOW-SHA

46h 30m2 stops

6:25 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.SHA-YOW

43h 14m2 stops

C$ 1,886Korean Air

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Thu, 12 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

5:40 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.YOW-SHA

46h 30m2 stops

6:25 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.SHA-YOW

43h 14m2 stops

C$ 1,920Korean Air

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Sun, 8 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa

41h 40m

2 stops

SHA12:20 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

5 Mar

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 08m

2 stops

YOW1:38 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,969

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Cathay Pacific

8 Oct

YOW5:55 a.m.Ottawa

27h 00m

2 stops

SHA8:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13 Nov

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 48m

2 stops

YOW5:18 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 3,424

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Cathay Pacific

8 Oct

YOW5:55 a.m.Ottawa

27h 00m

2 stops

SHA8:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13 Nov

SHA1:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 03m

2 stops

YOW1:38 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 3,743

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ANA flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

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ANA

30 Oct

YOW11:10 a.m.Ottawa

37h 15m

2 stops

SHA12:25 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

6 Nov

SHA1:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 38m

2 stops

YOW12:18 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,076

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ANA

1 Oct

YOW10:37 a.m.Ottawa

25h 58m

2 stops

PVG12:35 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

23 Oct

PVG1:35 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 29m

2 stops

YOW2:04 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 3,065

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OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 29/10

6:45 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/1

8:30 p.m.-4:53 p.m.

3 stops33h 23m

C$ 1,476

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 6/10

5:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

3 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/11

4:30 p.m.-2:44 p.m.

2 stops35h 14m

C$ 1,506

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Thu 20/11

5:50 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/11

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

1 stop35h 10m

C$ 1,582

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 11/2

5:50 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/3

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

1 stop35h 10m

C$ 1,689

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 9/2

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

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/3

9:30 p.m.-6:43 a.m.

2 stops46h 13m

C$ 1,724

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 9/2

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

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

9:30 p.m.-6:43 a.m.

2 stops46h 13m

C$ 1,755

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 1/10

6:05 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/11

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

2 stops30h 32m

C$ 1,776

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 1/10

6:33 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops23h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/11

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

2 stops20h 48m

C$ 1,780

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Thu 12/2

5:40 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops46h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/3

6:25 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops43h 14m

C$ 1,886

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Sun 8/2

5:40 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops46h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/3

6:25 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops43h 14m

C$ 1,920

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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$ 1,486. 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$ 1,561.

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$ 2,075. 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$ 2,499.

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$ 2,339. 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$ 2,432. 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$ 1,870 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$ 1,634 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 September 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$ 1,293	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,386	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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