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 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 is the most popular carrier 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?

As of July 2025, 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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5:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.YOW-PVG

33h 45m1 stop

5:35 p.m. - 3:46 p.m.PVG-YOW

35h 11m1 stop

C$ 1,381Air Canada

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Sun, 2 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

8:20 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.YOW-PVG

29h 45m2 stops

5:35 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.PVG-YOW

19h 50m2 stops

C$ 1,389Air Canada

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Wed, 10 Sep - Thu, 13 Nov

6:30 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.YOW-PVG

51h 10m2 stops

1:40 p.m. - 5:54 p.m.PVG-YOW

40h 14m2 stops

C$ 1,423

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Thu, 2 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct

5:30 a.m. - 10:55 p.m.YOW-SHA

28h 25m2 stops

2:25 p.m. - 7:13 a.m.SHA-YOW

29h 48m2 stops

C$ 1,446

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Tue, 11 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

5:14 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.YOW-PVG

36h 31m2 stops

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

20h 48m2 stops

C$ 1,633United Airlines

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Sun, 9 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

5:14 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.YOW-PVG

36h 31m2 stops

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

20h 48m2 stops

C$ 1,637United Airlines

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Sun, 9 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

6:00 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.YOW-SHA

38h 05m2 stops

8:55 a.m. - 8:23 a.m.SHA-YOW

35h 28m2 stops

C$ 1,723Air China

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Thu, 2 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct

5:30 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.YOW-SHA

27h 10m2 stops

5:30 p.m. - 7:13 a.m.SHA-YOW

50h 43m2 stops

C$ 1,734Air China

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Mon, 17 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov

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

42h 10m2 stops

1:20 p.m. - 12:22 a.m.SHA-YOW

47h 02m2 stops

C$ 1,853Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 25 Sep - Fri, 17 Oct

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

42h 10m2 stops

1:20 p.m. - 12:22 a.m.SHA-YOW

47h 02m2 stops

C$ 1,860Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 25 Sep - Fri, 17 Oct

Air China flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Ottawa to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

2 Oct

YOW6:00 p.m.Ottawa

38h 05m

2 stops

SHA8:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Oct

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 28m

2 stops

YOW8:23 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,723

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Air China

17 Nov

YOW5:30 a.m.Ottawa

27h 10m

2 stops

SHA9:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23 Nov

SHA5:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

50h 43m

2 stops

YOW7:13 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,734

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Air China

10 Nov

YOW5:30 a.m.Ottawa

28h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Dec

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 18m

2 stops

YOW7:13 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,749

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EVA Air flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

Our best EVA Air deals on Ottawa to Shanghai flight tickets

EVA Air

26 Sep

YOW5:55 a.m.Ottawa

46h 35m

2 stops

SHA4:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13 Oct

SHA7:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 54m

2 stops

YOW1:34 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,928

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EVA Air

1 Nov

YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa

46h 50m

2 stops

SHA4:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Nov

SHA7:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 02m

2 stops

YOW12:42 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 2,196

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Return

Price

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Sun 2/11

5:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/11

5:35 p.m.-3:46 p.m.

1 stop35h 11m

C$ 1,381

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Wed 10/9

8:20 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/11

5:35 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

2 stops19h 50m

C$ 1,389

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Thu 2/10

6:30 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops51h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/10

1:40 p.m.-5:54 p.m.

2 stops40h 14m

C$ 1,423

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Tue 11/11

5:30 a.m.-10:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/11

2:25 p.m.-7:13 a.m.

2 stops29h 48m

C$ 1,446

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Sun 9/11

5:14 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops36h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/11

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

2 stops20h 48m

C$ 1,633

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Sun 9/11

5:14 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops36h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/12

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

2 stops20h 48m

C$ 1,637

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Thu 2/10

6:00 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

2 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 24/10

8:55 a.m.-8:23 a.m.

2 stops35h 28m

C$ 1,723

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Mon 17/11

5:30 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops27h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 23/11

5:30 p.m.-7:13 a.m.

2 stops50h 43m

C$ 1,734

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Thu 25/9

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

2 stops42h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/10

1:20 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops47h 02m

C$ 1,853

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Thu 25/9

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

2 stops42h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/10

1:20 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops47h 02m

C$ 1,860

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, February 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$ 1,598. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in February, then you should wait until April to fly from Ottawa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,705.

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$ 2,087. 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$ 2,514.

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$ 2,353. 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$ 2,447. 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$ 1,964 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$ 1,723 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to Shanghai flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to Shanghai flight.

Cheap Ottawa to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Ottawa to Shanghai

Best price found	C$ 627
Fastest flight time	20h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Ottawa in the past 72 hours is C$ 627. The best round-trip flight deal from Ottawa to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,381.

The fastest flight from Ottawa to Shanghai takes 20h 50m

There are no direct flights from Ottawa to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Ottawa Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Ottawa Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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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 July 2025, 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$ 1,301	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,564	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,851 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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Can I find flights from Ottawa to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Shanghai from Ottawa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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