Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Toronto according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of flights available between Toronto and Shanghai is 4 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Toronto to Shanghai?

Japan Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Toronto to Shanghai

How long is the flight from Toronto to Shanghai?

The flight from Toronto to Shanghai depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Toronto (a popular airport in Toronto) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Shanghai), then the flight time is 21h 01m on average. If you fly from Hamilton (another popular airport in Toronto) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 23h 15m.

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

Prices for flights from Toronto to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Toronto to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Toronto 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 Toronto to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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1:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

YYZ

PVG

24h 40m

1 stop

4:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.

PVG

YYZ

42h 45m

1 stop

C$ 1,427Philippine Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

1:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

YYZ

PVG

24h 40m

1 stop

12:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PVG

YYZ

26h 25m

1 stop

C$ 1,438Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

1:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

YYZ

PVG

24h 40m

1 stop

4:00 p.m. - 6:10 a.m.

PVG

YYZ

26h 10m

2 stops

C$ 1,443Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

12:30 p.m. - 11:50 p.m.

YYZ

PVG

47h 20m

2 stops

9:15 a.m. - 7:05 p.m.

PVG

YYZ

45h 50m

2 stops

C$ 1,460Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 10 Jun

1:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

YYZ

SHA

21h 50m

1 stop

10:50 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

SHA

YYZ

23h 10m

1 stop

C$ 1,598China Southern

Sun, 23 Aug - Thu, 22 Oct

1:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.

YYZ

SHA

20h 50m

1 stop

8:50 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

SHA

YYZ

25h 10m

1 stop

C$ 1,659China Southern

Sun, 13 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

4:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

YYZ

SHA

18h 25m

1 stop

10:30 p.m. - 7:46 p.m.

SHA

YYZ

33h 16m

2 stops

C$ 1,665Air China

Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

10:35 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.

YYZ

SHA

22h 20m

1 stop

1:20 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

SHA

YYZ

36h 40m

1 stop

C$ 1,674Cathay Pacific

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

12:25 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.

YTZ

PVG

37h 40m

2 stops

3:55 p.m. - 7:47 a.m.

PVG

YTZ

27h 52m

2 stops

C$ 1,715Air Canada

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 10 Jun

12:25 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.

YTZ

PVG

37h 40m

2 stops

3:55 p.m. - 6:22 p.m.

PVG

YTZ

38h 27m

2 stops

C$ 1,719Air Canada

Sun, 5 Apr - Fri, 1 May

Japan Airlines flights from Toronto to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

25 Aug

YYZ11:44 a.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

35h 36m

2 stops

SHA11:20 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27 Oct

SHA1:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 11m

2 stops

YYZ2:21 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,628

Japan Airlines

6 Apr

YYZ6:00 a.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

41h 20m

2 stops

SHA11:20 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21 Apr

SHA12:45 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 49m

2 stops

YYZ9:34 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,668

Japan Airlines

6 Apr

YYZ6:00 a.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

41h 20m

2 stops

SHA11:20 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27 Apr

SHA12:45 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 49m

2 stops

YYZ9:34 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,676

Air China flights from Toronto to Shanghai

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Air China

7 Apr

YYZ4:15 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

SHA10:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14 Apr

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 16m

2 stops

YYZ7:46 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,665

Air China

11 May

YYZ9:00 a.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

24h 50m

2 stops

SHA9:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 May

SHA8:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 37m

2 stops

YYZ8:32 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,749

Air China

26 Mar

YYZ4:10 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

SHA10:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 May

SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 14m

2 stops

YYZ7:44 p.m.Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 2,107

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YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 11/9

1:50 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 22/9

4:00 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop42h 45m

C$ 1,427

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 16/9

1:50 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 17/10

12:35 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop26h 25m

C$ 1,438

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 13/9

1:50 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/10

4:00 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

2 stops26h 10m

C$ 1,443

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 22/4

12:30 p.m.-11:50 p.m.

2 stops47h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/6

9:15 a.m.-7:05 p.m.

2 stops45h 50m

C$ 1,460

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TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 23/8

1:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/10

10:50 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop23h 10m

C$ 1,598

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 13/9

1:30 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/10

8:50 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop25h 10m

C$ 1,659

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 7/4

4:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 14/4

10:30 p.m.-7:46 p.m.

2 stops33h 16m

C$ 1,665

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 9/9

10:35 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 23/9

1:20 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

1 stop36h 40m

C$ 1,674

TorontoShanghai

YTZ - PVG

YTZPVG

Toronto Island

Wed 22/4

12:25 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops37h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/6

3:55 p.m.-7:47 a.m.

2 stops27h 52m

C$ 1,715

TorontoShanghai

YTZ - PVG

YTZPVG

Toronto Island

Sun 5/4

12:25 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops37h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/5

3:55 p.m.-6:22 p.m.

2 stops38h 27m

C$ 1,719

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,450. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Toronto, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,545.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 1,535. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Toronto because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,690.

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 Toronto to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as C$ 1,615. 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$ 2,038. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Toronto to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Toronto when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,738 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Toronto for as low as C$ 1,579 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Toronto to Shanghai flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Toronto to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Toronto to Shanghai flights?

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Best price found	C$ 788
Fastest flight time	14h 35m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Toronto in the past 72 hours is C$ 788. The best round-trip flight deal from Toronto to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,591.

The fastest flight from Toronto to Shanghai takes 14h 35m

Direct flights go from Toronto to Shanghai on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Toronto there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Toronto to Shanghai?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Toronto to Shanghai?
As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Toronto to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Toronto 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 Toronto to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Toronto to Shanghai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Toronto to Shanghai is Boeing 777-300ER (85.29% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (6.02%), Airbus A350-900 (4.76%), and Boeing 777-300 (1.68%).

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China Southern	PriceFrom C$ 1,190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 145 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 1,246	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,314 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,282	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,456 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,295	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 1,308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,222 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom C$ 1,337	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,430 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 1,349	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,830 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,405	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,745 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 1,433	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,205 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom C$ 1,462	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 413 reviews	Search Egyptair flights

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