How often are flights from Vancouver to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Vancouver and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 186 minutes.

How many flights depart from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per day?

The number of flights available between Vancouver Intl Airport and Shanghai is 2 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00a.m., with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, Air Canada has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Hong Kong Airlines and Korean Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Vancouver Intl Airport according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per week?

The number of flights available between Vancouver Intl Airport and Shanghai is 14 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

There are 15 operators available for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:20 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.

YVR

PVG

19h 05m1 stop

9:10 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.

PVG

YVR

26h 05m1 stop

C$ 891Hong Kong Airlines

Tue, 30 Dec - Mon, 19 Jan

12:40 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.

YVR

SHA

20h 00m1 stop

9:45 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.

SHA

YVR

35h 55m1 stop

C$ 900XiamenAir

Mon, 5 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

12:20 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.

YVR

SHA

24h 30m1 stop

6:10 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

SHA

YVR

17h 05m1 stop

C$ 901Hong Kong Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

12:20 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.

YVR

PVG

28h 35m1 stop

4:50 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

PVG

YVR

18h 25m1 stop

C$ 904Hong Kong Airlines

Wed, 14 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

12:40 a.m. - 10:50 p.m.

YVR

SHA

30h 10m1 stop

8:35 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.

SHA

YVR

37h 05m2 stops

C$ 907XiamenAir

Mon, 5 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

12:20 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.

YVR

PVG

28h 35m1 stop

7:55 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.

PVG

YVR

27h 20m1 stop

C$ 909Hong Kong Airlines

Mon, 5 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

12:40 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.

YVR

SHA

21h 10m2 stops

8:35 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.

SHA

YVR

37h 05m2 stops

C$ 913XiamenAir

Mon, 5 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

11:20 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YVR

SHA

20h 55m1 stop

11:50 a.m. - 8:25 p.m.

SHA

YVR

24h 35m1 stop

C$ 919China Southern

Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb

12:55 a.m. - 8:10 p.m.

YVR

PVG

28h 15m1 stop

1:40 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

PVG

YVR

13h 55m1 stop

C$ 942Korean Air

Sat, 4 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr

2:30 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.

YVR

PVG

14h 40m1 stop

1:40 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.

PVG

YVR

42h 30m2 stops

C$ 960Korean Air

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 22 Jul

XiamenAir flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai

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XiamenAir

5 Jan

YVR12:40 a.m.Vancouver Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

4 Feb

SHA9:45 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 55m

1 stop

YVR5:40 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 900

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XiamenAir

5 Jan

YVR12:40 a.m.Vancouver Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

SHA10:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

4 Feb

SHA8:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 05m

2 stops

YVR5:40 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 907

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5 Jan

YVR12:40 a.m.Vancouver Intl

21h 10m

2 stops

SHA1:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

4 Feb

SHA8:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 05m

2 stops

YVR5:40 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 913

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China Southern

8 Jan

YVR11:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

SHA12:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Feb

SHA11:50 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

YVR8:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 919

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China Southern

23 Apr

YVR12:40 a.m.Vancouver Intl

22h 40m

1 stop

SHA2:20 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 May

SHA2:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 55m

1 stop

YVR9:45 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,031

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China Southern

29 Dec

YVR11:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

SHA10:10 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Jan

SHA9:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 35m

1 stop

YVR8:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,101

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Tue 30/12

12:20 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop19h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/1

9:10 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop26h 05m

C$ 891

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YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/1

12:40 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/2

9:45 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop35h 55m

C$ 900

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Thu 22/1

12:20 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

1 stop24h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/1

6:10 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop17h 05m

C$ 901

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/1

12:20 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/2

4:50 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 904

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/1

12:40 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/2

8:35 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops37h 05m

C$ 907

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/1

12:20 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/1

7:55 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop27h 20m

C$ 909

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/1

12:40 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

2 stops21h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/2

8:35 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops37h 05m

C$ 913

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/1

11:20 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/2

11:50 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop24h 35m

C$ 919

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 4/4

12:55 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop28h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/4

1:40 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 942

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 22/4

2:30 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/7

1:40 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops42h 30m

C$ 960

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Vancouver Intl Airport and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,093. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until November to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,104.

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$ 1,212. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Vancouver Intl Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,420.

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 morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in the morning for as low as C$ 1,271. 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$ 1,959. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,221 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Vancouver Intl Airport for as low as C$ 1,014 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Vancouver Intl to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Vancouver Intl to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	12h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The fastest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai takes 12h 15m

Direct flights go from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai every day.

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

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How far is Vancouver Intl to Shanghai by plane?
The distance between Vancouver Intl and Shanghai is about 9021.4 km. 12h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?
There are 15 operators available for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 776	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
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China Southern	PriceFrom C$ 817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 122 reviews	Search China Southern flights
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Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 883	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,185 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
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Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 992	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,550 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
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What cabin class options are available on Vancouver Intl to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Vancouver Intl to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

How often are flights from Vancouver to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Vancouver and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 186 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, Air Canada has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per day?

The number of flights available between Vancouver Intl Airport and Shanghai is 2 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00a.m., with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per week?

The number of flights available between Vancouver Intl Airport and Shanghai is 14 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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