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 65% 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.

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?

As of January 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport 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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6:20 a.m. - 9:25 p.m.

YOW

PVG

51h 05m

2 stops

8:25 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.

PVG

YOW

28h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,522ANA

Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 11 May

11:10 a.m. - 9:25 p.m.

YOW

PVG

45h 15m

2 stops

8:25 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.

PVG

YOW

28h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,534ANA

Tue, 3 Mar - Thu, 7 May

7:15 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.

YOW

PVG

30h 50m

2 stops

3:55 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

PVG

YOW

32h 35m

2 stops

C$ 1,560Multiple Airlines

Mon, 30 Mar - Thu, 30 Apr

5:50 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.

YOW

PVG

28h 35m

2 stops

7:55 a.m. - 6:43 a.m.

PVG

YOW

35h 48m

2 stops

C$ 1,567Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

6:20 a.m. - 9:25 p.m.

YOW

PVG

51h 05m

2 stops

1:35 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.

PVG

YOW

35h 20m

2 stops

C$ 1,571ANA

Mon, 9 Mar - Sat, 9 May

11:10 a.m. - 1:15 a.m.

YOW

PVG

25h 05m

2 stops

1:35 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.

PVG

YOW

32h 00m

2 stops

C$ 1,577ANA

Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 4 May

6:25 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.

YOW

PVG

41h 15m

2 stops

8:25 a.m. - 9:36 p.m.

PVG

YOW

49h 11m

2 stops

C$ 1,583ANA

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 25 May

7:45 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

YOW

SHA

26h 55m

2 stops

9:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

SHA

YOW

35h 15m

2 stops

C$ 2,011Air China

Mon, 30 Mar - Thu, 30 Apr

5:00 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

YOW

SHA

29h 40m

2 stops

9:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

SHA

YOW

59h 15m

2 stops

C$ 2,190Air China

Mon, 18 May - Wed, 10 Jun

5:00 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

YOW

SHA

29h 40m

2 stops

4:35 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

SHA

YOW

64h 10m

2 stops

C$ 2,229Air China

Mon, 18 May - Wed, 10 Jun

Air China flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

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Air China

30 Mar

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

26h 55m

2 stops

SHA10:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Apr

SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 15m

2 stops

YOW8:45 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,011

Air China

18 May

YOW5:00 a.m.Ottawa

29h 40m

2 stops

SHA10:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Jun

SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

59h 15m

2 stops

YOW8:45 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,190

Air China

18 May

YOW5:00 a.m.Ottawa

29h 40m

2 stops

SHA10:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Jun

SHA4:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

64h 10m

2 stops

YOW8:45 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,229

United Airlines flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

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United Airlines

23 Mar

YOW3:15 p.m.Ottawa

39h 30m

3 stops

PVG6:45 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

31 Mar

PVG8:10 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 53m

2 stops

YOW10:03 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,667

United Airlines

8 Feb

YOW7:27 p.m.Ottawa

34h 18m

2 stops

PVG6:45 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

10 Mar

PVG8:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 31m

2 stops

YOW10:26 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,668

United Airlines

10 Mar

YOW6:20 a.m.Ottawa

24h 35m

2 stops

PVG6:55 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

7 Apr

PVG8:10 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 49m

2 stops

YOW1:59 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,671

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Depart

Return

Price

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 9/3

6:20 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops51h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/5

8:25 a.m.-12:55 a.m.

2 stops28h 30m

C$ 1,522

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 3/3

11:10 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops45h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/5

8:25 a.m.-12:55 a.m.

2 stops28h 30m

C$ 1,534

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 30/3

7:15 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/4

3:55 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops32h 35m

C$ 1,560

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 24/2

5:50 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/3

7:55 a.m.-6:43 a.m.

2 stops35h 48m

C$ 1,567

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 9/3

6:20 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops51h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/5

1:35 a.m.-12:55 a.m.

2 stops35h 20m

C$ 1,571

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 3/3

11:10 a.m.-1:15 a.m.

2 stops25h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

1:35 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops32h 00m

C$ 1,577

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

6:25 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops41h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/5

8:25 a.m.-9:36 p.m.

2 stops49h 11m

C$ 1,583

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 30/3

7:45 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/4

9:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops35h 15m

C$ 2,011

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 18/5

5:00 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

9:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops59h 15m

C$ 2,190

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 18/5

5:00 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

4:35 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops64h 10m

C$ 2,229

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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$ 1,451. 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$ 1,626.

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$ 1,741 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$ 1,469 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to Shanghai flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to Shanghai flight.

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Fastest flight time	30h 50m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to Shanghai takes 30h 50m

There are no direct flights from Ottawa to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Ottawa to Shanghai.

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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?
As of January 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport to Shanghai?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport 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.

Best airlines flying from Ottawa to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,355	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,667 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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