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

XiamenAir, China Southern, and Hong Kong Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

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

2 flights are operational daily from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00a.m., with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, Hong Kong Airlines and Air China 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 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per week?

As of June 2026, 16 flights take off from Vancouver Intl Airport and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of June 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai.

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 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.

C$ 587 Cheap Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in 2026

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10:50 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.

YVR

PVG

12h 15mdirect

5:35 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.

PVG

YVR

11h 20mdirect

C$ 1,120Air Canada

Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

4:45 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YVR

SHA

28h 30m

1 stop

1:35 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.

SHA

YVR

16h 15m

1 stop

C$ 1,122ANA

Mon, 19 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

1:30 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

YVR

PVG

18h 10m

1 stop

4:55 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

PVG

YVR

18h 20m

1 stop

C$ 1,122Hong Kong Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct

12:35 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

YVR

SHA

17h 45m

1 stop

9:50 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.

SHA

YVR

38h 35m

1 stop

C$ 1,124China Southern

Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

5:25 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.

YVR

PVG

40h 20m

2 stops

8:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

PVG

YVR

21h 15m

1 stop

C$ 1,124ANA

Mon, 12 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov

1:30 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

YVR

PVG

18h 10m

1 stop

9:15 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.

PVG

YVR

26h 00m

1 stop

C$ 1,128Hong Kong Airlines

Fri, 17 Jul - Thu, 23 Jul

5:25 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YVR

SHA

51h 50m

2 stops

1:40 p.m. - 1:21 p.m.

SHA

YVR

38h 41m

2 stops

C$ 1,128ANA

Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 2 Nov

12:30 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.

YVR

PVG

26h 05m

1 stop

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

PVG

YVR

21h 00m

1 stop

C$ 1,130Sichuan Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 3 Dec

12:30 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.

YVR

PVG

22h 20m

1 stop

6:55 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.

PVG

YVR

18h 00m

1 stop

C$ 1,131Sichuan Airlines

Thu, 17 Sep - Thu, 22 Oct

1:00 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.

YVR

SHA

17h 50m

1 stop

9:30 p.m. - 10:00 a.m.

SHA

YVR

27h 30m

1 stop

C$ 1,142Air China

Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct

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ANA

19 Oct

YVR4:45 p.m.Vancouver Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

SHA12:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Oct

SHA1:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 15m

1 stop

YVR2:50 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,122

ANA

12 Oct

YVR5:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

40h 20m

2 stops

PVG12:45 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

11 Nov

PVG8:30 a.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 15m

1 stop

YVR2:45 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,124

ANA

15 Sep

YVR5:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

51h 50m

2 stops

SHA12:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Nov

SHA1:40 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 41m

2 stops

YVR1:21 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,128

Cathay Pacific flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

8 Sep

YVR2:55 p.m.Vancouver Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

SHA12:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13 Oct

SHA4:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 50m

1 stop

YVR7:40 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,203

Cathay Pacific

14 Sep

YVR2:55 p.m.Vancouver Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

SHA12:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28 Sep

SHA10:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 55m

1 stop

YVR9:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,210

Cathay Pacific

13 Oct

YVR2:10 p.m.Vancouver Intl

39h 45m

1 stop

SHA8:55 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Nov

SHA1:35 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 25m

1 stop

YVR1:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,214

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Vancouver Intl

Mon 19/10

10:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

Nonstop12h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/11

5:35 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

Nonstop11h 20m

C$ 1,120

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YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 19/10

4:45 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 24/10

1:35 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop16h 15m

C$ 1,122

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

1:30 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/10

4:55 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop18h 20m

C$ 1,122

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/10

12:35 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

1 stop17h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 25/11

9:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop38h 35m

C$ 1,124

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

5:25 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

2 stops40h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop21h 15m

C$ 1,124

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 17/7

1:30 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/7

9:15 a.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop26h 00m

C$ 1,128

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 15/9

5:25 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops51h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

1:40 p.m.-1:21 p.m.

2 stops38h 41m

C$ 1,128

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

12:30 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop26h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

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

1 stop21h 00m

C$ 1,130

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 17/9

12:30 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/10

6:55 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop18h 00m

C$ 1,131

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 21/9

1:00 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/10

9:30 p.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 1,142

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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$ 599. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 650.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 1,234. On the other hand, Thursday 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$ 1,327.

What is the cheapest Vancouver Intl to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport 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$ 1,255 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$ 1,114 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai.

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Best price found	C$ 773
Fastest flight time	11h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Vancouver Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is C$ 773. The best round-trip flight deal from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,122.

The fastest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai takes 11h 35m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?
As of June 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai.
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 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 58.92% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-900 at 23.79%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 8.44%, and Airbus A330-300 at 6.64%.

Best airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 760	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,384 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 806	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 31 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 833	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,218 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
China Southern	PriceFrom C$ 838	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 154 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom C$ 843	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 46 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 34 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 875	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 959	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,867 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 992	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,226 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air China	PriceFrom C$ 1,062	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 155 reviews	Search Air China flights

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