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

The number of flights available between Vancouver 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 to Shanghai?

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

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 according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 49% 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.

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

The number of flights available between Vancouver and Shanghai is 16 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vancouver 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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12:40 a.m. - 7:25 p.m.

YVR

SHA

26h 45m2 stops

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

SHA

YVR

35h 55m1 stop

C$ 889XiamenAir

jeu., 22 janv. - mer., 28 janv.

1:00 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.

YVR

PVG

15h 25m1 stop

8:50 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PVG

YVR

18h 25m1 stop

C$ 890Korean Air

ven., 23 janv. - mar., 27 janv.

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

YVR

PVG

18h 10m1 stop

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

PVG

YVR

18h 20m1 stop

C$ 893Hong Kong Airlines

mar., 7 avr. - jeu., 14 mai

2:00 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.

YVR

PVG

21h 40m1 stop

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

PVG

YVR

18h 25m1 stop

C$ 897Hong Kong Airlines

lun., 19 janv. - mar., 3 mars

12:40 a.m. - 7:25 p.m.

YVR

SHA

26h 45m2 stops

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

SHA

YVR

37h 05m2 stops

C$ 897XiamenAir

jeu., 22 janv. - mer., 28 janv.

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$ 908Hong Kong Airlines

jeu., 22 janv. - mer., 28 janv.

1:00 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.

YVR

SHA

36h 10m1 stop

6:25 p.m. - 11:15 a.m.

SHA

YVR

32h 50m1 stop

C$ 911Korean Air

mer., 18 févr. - ven., 6 mars

11:20 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

YVR

SHA

23h 55m1 stop

8:05 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.

SHA

YVR

16h 20m1 stop

C$ 940China Southern

jeu., 1 janv. - jeu., 22 janv.

2:00 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.

YVR

SHA

24h 10m1 stop

2:50 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.

SHA

YVR

21h 35m1 stop

C$ 942China Southern

lun., 26 janv. - jeu., 5 févr.

12:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

YVR

PVG

20h 40m1 stop

5:40 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PVG

YVR

34h 20m1 stop

C$ 953Cathay Pacific

dim., 3 mai - mar., 23 juin

China Southern flights from Vancouver to Shanghai

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China Southern

1 Jan

YVR11:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

SHA3:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22 Jan

SHA8:05 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 20m

1 stop

YVR8:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 940

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China Southern

26 Jan

YVR2:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

5 Feb

SHA2:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 35m

1 stop

YVR8:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 942

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China Southern

22 Jan

YVR11:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

SHA10:10 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29 Jan

SHA1:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

YVR8:25 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 964

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Hong Kong Airlines flights from Vancouver to Shanghai

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Hong Kong Airlines

19 Jan

YVR2:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

PVG3:40 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Mar

PVG4:50 p.m.Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 25m

1 stop

YVR7:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 897

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Hong Kong Airlines

22 Jan

YVR12:20 a.m.Vancouver Intl

24h 30m

1 stop

SHA4:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28 Jan

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

YVR7:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 908

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Hong Kong Airlines

25 Jan

YVR12:20 a.m.Vancouver Intl

24h 30m

1 stop

SHA4:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Feb

SHA6:10 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

YVR7:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 922

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Depart

Return

Price

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 22/1

12:40 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mer. 28/1

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

1 stop35h 55m

C$ 889

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

ven. 23/1

1:00 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 27/1

8:50 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 890

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

mar. 7/4

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

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 14/5

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

1 stop18h 20m

C$ 893

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

lun. 19/1

2:00 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/3

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

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 897

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 22/1

12:40 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mer. 28/1

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

2 stops37h 05m

C$ 897

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 22/1

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

1 stop24h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mer. 28/1

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

1 stop17h 05m

C$ 908

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

mer. 18/2

1:00 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ven. 6/3

6:25 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop32h 50m

C$ 911

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

jeu. 1/1

11:20 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

1 stop23h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jeu. 22/1

8:05 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop16h 20m

C$ 940

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

lun. 26/1

2:00 a.m.-6:10 p.m.

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jeu. 5/2

2:50 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop21h 35m

C$ 942

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

dim. 3/5

12:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 23/6

5:40 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop34h 20m

C$ 953

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,095. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until November to fly from Vancouver, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,108.

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$ 1,215. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Vancouver because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,432.

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 to Shanghai in the morning for as low as C$ 1,279. 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$ 1,966. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Vancouver to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Vancouver - Shanghai flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Vancouver when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,226 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Vancouver for as low as C$ 1,018 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Vancouver 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	1 airport

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

Direct flights go from Vancouver to Shanghai every day.

There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai?
There are 15 operators available for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vancouver 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.

Best airlines flying from Vancouver to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 791	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom C$ 820	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 122 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom C$ 835	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,093 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 856	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 58 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom C$ 928	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,184 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom C$ 966	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,513 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 1,005	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,092 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom C$ 1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 127 reviews	Search Air China flights

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