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Find cheap flights to Shanghai from C$ 852

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Shanghai departing on 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals to Shanghai

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Shanghai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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5:00 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.YVR-PVG
34h 25m2 stops
8:05 p.m. - 5:43 p.m.PVG-YVR
36h 38m2 stops
C$ 1,637
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Thu, 2 May - Wed, 8 May
5:00 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.YVR-PVG
34h 25m2 stops
8:05 p.m. - 5:43 p.m.PVG-YVR
36h 38m2 stops
C$ 1,716
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Thu, 2 May - Sat, 25 May
12:05 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.YVR-PVG
39h 20m2 stops
8:05 p.m. - 5:38 p.m.PVG-YVR
36h 33m2 stops
C$ 1,730
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Thu, 9 May - Wed, 19 Jun
2:30 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.YVR-PVG
14h 40m1 stop
8:50 a.m. - 11:56 p.m.PVG-YVR
30h 06m2 stops
C$ 1,743Korean Air
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Mon, 27 May - Thu, 30 May
2:00 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YVR-PVG
19h 05m1 stop
8:05 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.PVG-YVR
14h 35m1 stop
C$ 1,768EVA Air
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Mon, 3 Jun - Fri, 21 Jun
2:00 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YVR-PVG
19h 05m1 stop
1:10 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.PVG-YVR
21h 50m1 stop
C$ 1,819EVA Air
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Mon, 27 May - Tue, 16 Jul
1:00 a.m. - 5:05 p.m.YVR-SHA
25h 05m1 stop
6:25 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.SHA-YVR
33h 15m1 stop
C$ 1,841Korean Air
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Mon, 23 Sep - Mon, 14 Oct
1:10 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.YVR-PVG
17h 55m1 stop
11:35 a.m. - 11:10 p.m.PVG-YVR
26h 35m1 stop
C$ 1,867Hainan Airlines
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Wed, 1 May - Wed, 8 May
12:55 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YVR-SHA
20h 10m1 stop
1:35 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.SHA-YVR
22h 55m1 stop
C$ 1,904Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 14 Oct - Tue, 5 Nov
12:55 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YVR-SHA
20h 10m1 stop
1:20 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.SHA-YVR
23h 15m1 stop
C$ 1,913Cathay Pacific
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Flights to Shanghai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Shanghai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai?

The average price of all flights to Shanghai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai is Wednesday where tickets can be as cheap as C$ 2,087. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where prices are C$ 2,251 on average.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai?

The average price for all flights to Shanghai depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is generally at night, when flights cost C$ 2,280 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Shanghai is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 2,788.

What is a good deal for flights to Shanghai?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Shanghai, 25% of our users found tickets to Shanghai for the following prices or less: From Vancouver Intl Airport C$ 1,199 one-way - C$ 2,055 round-trip, from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport C$ 2,237 one-way - C$ 2,689 round-trip.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 74 days before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Shanghai is Wuxi Airport, with an average flight price of C$ 243.

Which airline offers the most flights to Shanghai?

Of the 33 airlines that fly to Shanghai, China Eastern offers the most flights, with around 2,387 per week, followed by China Southern with 1,094 flights per week.

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 6 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG) and Suzhou Airport (SZV). The busiest airport is Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG), with 41% of all flights arriving there.

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

The duration of your flight to Shanghai depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously any flights that include a layover will also be longer. The most popular routes to Shanghai on KAYAK are from Vancouver, which takes 12h 20m, Calgary, which takes 15h 50m, Toronto, which takes 22h 37m, and Montreal, which takes 23h 20m.

How many direct flights to Shanghai are there each day?

There are around 3 direct flights from within Canada to Shanghai every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 10:00 a.m. the most common departure time and 89% of flights departing in the morning.

How many direct flights to Shanghai are there each week?

Each week there are around 9 direct flights from within Canada to Shanghai. The most common day for departures is Saturday, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

How many long-haul flights are there to Shanghai each week?

There are not any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to Shanghai. Instead, there are 9 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Vancouver Intl Airport.

How many cities have direct flights to Shanghai?

From Canada, there are direct flights to Shanghai from 2 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Vancouver Intl Airport, with 8 direct flights each week.

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Cheapest flight

C$ 852
Flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Shanghai based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Shanghai flights

  • Which Shanghai Airport is closest to the city center?

    Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is closest to the city. It is situated close to Hongqiao town and lies only 13 km west of Downtown Shanghai. On the other hand, Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 40 km away from the city center but also provides good access to Downtown Shanghai.

  • Should I fly to Pudong International Airport or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao International is closer to the city center, cheaper, and has quicker access to hotels and most traditional attractions in the city if you're short on time. On the other hand, Pudong International Airport is more convenient for transfers from and to international flights, and you can also enjoy the Maglev train experience.

  • Can I store my luggage at Pudong International Airport?

    Yes, you can. Whether you have a layover or do not wish to proceed with your luggage from the airport, the airport has you covered. Secure luggage storage is available at the airport. You are required to present a valid ID and a boarding pass or flight ticket to get storage services. The payment rates depend on the size of your baggage and the storage duration.

  • What are the transportation options from Pudong International Airport to the city center?

    The airport shuttle bus is a handy mode of transportation to the city center. The bus may be boarded at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Also, the Maglev train is an experience you can't afford to miss. The train surges into the city and links the airport with the immense Underground Metro System of Shanghai. Moreover, you can access the city center via metro line 2, taxi, and car rental service.

  • Which Shanghai airport is closest to central Shanghai?

    The distance between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and downtown Shanghai is 15 km, which makes it the closest of the 2 Shanghai airports airports. Shanghai Pudong Airport is 30 km away from the centre.

  • How much is a flight to Shanghai?

    On average, a flight to Shanghai costs C$ 2,241. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost C$ 1,138 and departed from Vancouver Intl Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Shanghai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Shanghai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Shanghai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Shanghai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Shanghai

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Shanghai flight deals.
  • When you fly to Shanghai, you will likely land at Pudong International Airport (PVG). This airport is the primary international gateway to the city and a central hub for several airlines, such as China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, and Air China.
  • Another option for passengers looking to explore Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), less than 20min from the city center. However, this airport mainly handles domestic flights as most international flights were shifted to Pudong International Airport since it began operations.
  • If you are flying to Pudong International Airport but won't be staying in Shanghai, there are convenient and reliable means of connecting to other cities. The airport provides long-distance bus services from the bus parking lot at Terminal 1 to other cities, including Wuxi, Zhangjiagang, Yiwu, Kunshan, Qingtian, Suzhou, Wenzhou, Jiaxing, and Hangzhou.
  • If you are traveling with kids, Pudong International Airport features a children's park, ideal for keeping the little ones relaxed and entertained, especially during flight delays. The park is located at Terminal 2, right next to the gate.
  • If you are looking to change to local currency as soon as you land, Pudong International Airport has foreign currency counters available in both departure and arrival halls. You can also acquire local currency at the airport's on-site banks and ATMs.
  • If you wish to freshen up after a long flight, you can do so in one of the airport's lounges with showers, such as VIP Lounge in Terminal 2 or First-Class Lounge No. 37 in Terminal 1.
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Prefer to fly non-stop to Shanghai?

Find which airlines fly direct to Shanghai, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Canada to Shanghai

Monday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +75 more

9 Air,ANA, +76 more

Tuesday

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN,ANA, +79 more

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN, +80 more

Wednesday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +73 more

9 Air,ANA, +74 more

Thursday

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN,ANA, +79 more

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN, +80 more

Friday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +74 more

9 Air,ANA, +75 more

Saturday

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN,ANA, +75 more

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN, +76 more

Sunday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +80 more

9 Air,ANA, +81 more

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Nonstop returns

Shanghai to Canada

Monday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +75 more

9 Air,ANA, +76 more

Tuesday

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN,ANA, +79 more

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN, +80 more

Wednesday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +73 more

9 Air,ANA, +74 more

Thursday

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN,ANA, +79 more

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN, +80 more

Friday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +74 more

9 Air,ANA, +75 more

Saturday

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN,ANA, +75 more

9 Air,AIR CHANGAN, +76 more

Sunday

9 Air,ANA,Aeroflot, +80 more

9 Air,ANA, +81 more

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Book Cheap Shanghai Plane Tickets

Recent round-trip flight deals

 
These are the cheapest round-trip flights to Shanghai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
2/5Thu
2 stops
34h 25mYVR-PVG
8/5Wed
2 stops
36h 38mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,637
2/5Thu
2 stops
34h 25mYVR-PVG
25/5Sat
2 stops
36h 38mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,716
9/5Thu
2 stops
39h 20mYVR-PVG
19/6Wed
2 stops
36h 33mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,730
27/5Mon
1 stopKorean Air
14h 40mYVR-PVG
30/5Thu
2 stopsKorean Air
30h 06mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,743
3/6Mon
1 stopEVA Air
19h 05mYVR-PVG
21/6Fri
1 stopEVA Air
14h 35mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,768
27/5Mon
1 stopEVA Air
19h 05mYVR-PVG
16/7Tue
1 stopEVA Air
21h 50mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,819
23/9Mon
1 stopKorean Air
25h 05mYVR-SHA
14/10Mon
1 stopKorean Air
33h 15mSHA-YVR
C$ 1,841
1/5Wed
1 stopHainan Airlines
17h 55mYVR-PVG
8/5Wed
1 stopHainan Airlines
26h 35mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,867
14/10Mon
1 stopCathay Pacific
20h 10mYVR-SHA
5/11Tue
1 stopCathay Pacific
22h 55mSHA-YVR
C$ 1,904
23/9Mon
1 stopCathay Pacific
20h 10mYVR-SHA
2/10Wed
1 stopCathay Pacific
23h 15mSHA-YVR
C$ 1,913

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Shanghai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
22/4Mon
3 stops
48h 10mYVR-PVG
C$ 852
18/5Sat
2 stops
48h 50mYVR-PVG
C$ 857
18/5Sat
2 stops
48h 50mYVR-PVG
C$ 866
7/5Tue
1 stopPhilippine Airlines
22h 35mYVR-PVG
C$ 871
7/5Tue
1 stopPhilippine Airlines
22h 35mYVR-PVG
C$ 890
17/5Fri
1 stopEVA Air
23h 35mYVR-SHA
C$ 1,005
17/5Fri
1 stopEVA Air
19h 05mYVR-PVG
C$ 1,005
24/4Wed
1 stopSichuan Airlines
31h 05mYVR-PVG
C$ 1,112
8/5Wed
1 stopKorean Air
30h 55mYVR-PVG
C$ 1,124
8/5Wed
2 stopsKorean Air
23h 10mYVR-PVG
C$ 1,163

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Recent domestic flight deals

22/4Mon
multi-stopShenzhen Airlines
3h 45mSZX-SHA
23/4Tue
directShenzhen Airlines
2h 35mSHA-SZX
C$ 427
29/4Mon
directShenzhen Airlines
2h 30mSZX-PVG
1/5Wed
directShenzhen Airlines
2h 35mPVG-SZX
C$ 427
22/4Mon
multi-stopShenzhen Airlines
3h 45mSZX-SHA
24/4Wed
directShenzhen Airlines
2h 35mSHA-SZX
C$ 446
22/4Mon
multi-stopShandong Airlines
15h 45mDLC-SHA
23/4Tue
multi-stopShandong Airlines
14h 05mSHA-DLC
C$ 579
24/5Fri
multi-stopShandong Airlines
11h 25mDLC-SHA
26/5Sun
multi-stopShandong Airlines
12h 15mSHA-DLC
C$ 607
22/4Mon
directChina Eastern
2h 05mDLC-SHA
23/4Tue
directChina Eastern
2h 00mSHA-DLC
C$ 727
3/5Fri
directJuneyao Airlines
2h 15mCAN-SHA
5/5Sun
directJuneyao Airlines
2h 20mSHA-CAN
C$ 861
22/4Mon
directChina Eastern
2h 05mDLC-SHA
23/4Tue
multi-stopChina Eastern
4h 50mSHA-DLC
C$ 934
2/8Fri
directJuneyao Airlines
2h 30mXIY-PVG
2/8Fri
multi-stopJuneyao Airlines
28h 00mPVG-XIY
C$ 1,192
30/5Thu
multi-stopHainan Airlines
11h 05mCAN-PVG
3/6Mon
directHainan Airlines
2h 40mPVG-CAN
C$ 1,208

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Last minute flights to Shanghai

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Shanghai that are departing in the next 10 days.
23/4Tue
multi-stop
43h 25mYVR-PVG
1/5Wed
multi-stop
36h 38mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,790
22/4Mon
multi-stopKorean Air
37h 25mYVR-PVG
2/5Thu
multi-stopKorean Air
21h 33mPVG-YVR
C$ 1,892
23/4Tue
multi-stopEgypt Air
40h 05mYYZ-PVG
8/6Sat
multi-stopEgypt Air
42h 15mPVG-YYZ
C$ 2,023
20/4Sat
multi-stopDelta
16h 25mYVR-PVG
1/6Sat
multi-stopDelta
16h 18mPVG-YVR
C$ 2,192
20/4Sat
multi-stopDelta
17h 25mYVR-PVG
4/5Sat
multi-stopDelta
13h 59mPVG-YVR
C$ 2,199
22/4Mon
multi-stopEthiopian Air
40h 45mYYZ-PVG
15/6Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
44h 25mPVG-YYZ
C$ 2,221
20/4Sat
multi-stopANA
40h 05mYVR-PVG
3/5Fri
multi-stopANA
28h 15mPVG-YVR
C$ 2,237
23/4Tue
multi-stopEthiopian Air
40h 45mYYZ-PVG
8/6Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
44h 25mPVG-YYZ
C$ 2,255
20/4Sat
multi-stopANA
16h 50mYVR-PVG
31/5Fri
multi-stopANA
28h 15mPVG-YVR
C$ 2,292
23/4Tue
multi-stopEgypt Air
40h 05mYYZ-PVG
8/6Sat
multi-stopEgypt Air
42h 15mPVG-YYZ
C$ 2,853

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