What is the average price for a flight to China with Cathay Pacific?

The typical Cathay Pacific fare to China averages C$ 1,645 for a return flight and around C$ 923 for a one-way ticket.

Does Cathay Pacific usually have the lowest fares for flights to China?

Sichuan Airlines frequently offers the lowest average return price for flights to China, but fares can vary between airlines and dates. We recommend comparing all available options on KAYAK before booking your flight.

What other airlines fly to China besides Cathay Pacific?

In addition to Cathay Pacific, airlines such as China Southern, Air Canada and Air China also operate flights to China. Check KAYAK to compare fares from these and other carriers.

Cathay Pacific flights to China (CN0) from C$ 885

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One-wayReturn

Shanghai1 stopC$ 885

Fuzhou1 stopC$ 972

Xiamen1 stopC$ 1,066

Nanjing1 stopC$ 1,322

Zhengzhou1 stopC$ 1,001

Hangzhou1 stopC$ 1,336

Shanghai1 stopC$ 885

Fuzhou1 stopC$ 972

Xiamen1 stopC$ 1,066

Nanjing1 stopC$ 1,322

Zhengzhou1 stopC$ 1,001

Hangzhou1 stopC$ 1,336

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Recent round-trip Cathay Pacific flight deals from Canada to China

Wed, 20 May - Sun, 7 Jun

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

YVR

PVG

21h 55m

1 stop

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

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YVR

38h 35m

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Wed, 8 Apr - Wed, 8 Jul

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PEK

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7:40 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.

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Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 26 May

2:10 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.

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PEK

20h 15m

1 stop

4:40 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.

PEK

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30h 00m

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Tue, 7 Apr - Sun, 10 May

2:10 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.

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PEK

20h 15m

1 stop

3:15 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.

PEK

YVR

19h 25m

1 stop

C$ 909Cathay Pacific

Fri, 15 May - Sun, 7 Jun

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

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PVG

21h 55m

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

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YVR

38h 35m

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C$ 920Cathay Pacific

Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

2:10 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.

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PEK

31h 15m

1 stop

12:05 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.

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12:40 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

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9:15 a.m. - 8:25 p.m.

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2:10 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.

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20h 15m

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6:40 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.

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Low season	January
High season	April
Cheapest flight	C$ 885
Average price round-trip	C$ 1,379

Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to China

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

Prices

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to China is Friday when round-trip tickets can be as cheap as C$ 827. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when round-trip prices are C$ 1,197 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Canada to China?

The cheapest month for flights from Canada to China is December, when tickets cost C$ 1,666 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,493 and C$ 2,460 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Canada to China?

To get a below-average price on a flight from Canada to China, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

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What is the average price for a flight to China with Cathay Pacific?
The typical Cathay Pacific fare to China averages C$ 1,645 for a return flight and around C$ 923 for a one-way ticket.
Does Cathay Pacific usually have the lowest fares for flights to China?
Sichuan Airlines frequently offers the lowest average return price for flights to China, but fares can vary between airlines and dates. We recommend comparing all available options on KAYAK before booking your flight.
What other airlines fly to China besides Cathay Pacific?
In addition to Cathay Pacific, airlines such as China Southern, Air Canada and Air China also operate flights to China. Check KAYAK to compare fares from these and other carriers.

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Very bad Instead 22 hour it take me more that 35 hour to arrive from Los Angeles to Phuket and they changed my flight in Hong Kong to Shanghai china and in order to get my bag I was forced to vet china visa entrry

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2026

It's an ok flight.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2026

It's ok. No bad experience.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2026

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

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David, Feb 2026

I wear hearing aids in both ears the infotainment system is hard to hear.

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Anonymous, Feb 2026

Crew was very good, but could have checked on us when meals were not being served also.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2026

It was good....no problems. Thank you.

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Anonymous, Jan 2026

I was mid plane and they were already out of the main beef entree....ugh!

8.0 Very good

Ricky, Jan 2026

Good food

10.0 Wonderful

Gherard, Jan 2026

Food and crew are friendly

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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to China

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

What is the cheapest day to fly to China?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to China is Friday when round-trip tickets can be as cheap as C$ 827. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when round-trip prices are C$ 1,197 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Canada to China?

The cheapest month for flights from Canada to China is December, when tickets cost C$ 1,666 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,493 and C$ 2,460 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Canada to China?

To get a below-average price on a flight from Canada to China, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

How many airports are there in China?

There are 31 airports in China. The busiest airport is Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), with 27% of all flights arriving there.

How long is the flight to China?

An average direct flight from Canada to China takes 22h 22m, covering a distance of 16648 km. The shortest route is Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA) with an average flight time of 11h 50m.

What are the most popular destinations in China?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Shanghai (89% of total searches to China). The next most popular destinations are Fuzhou (3%) and Nanjing (2%). Searches for flights to Zhengzhou (1%), to Hangzhou (1%), and to Kunming (1%) are also popular.

FAQs for flying to China with Cathay Pacific

What is the average price for a flight to China with Cathay Pacific?

The typical Cathay Pacific fare to China averages C$ 1,645 for a return flight and around C$ 923 for a one-way ticket.

Does Cathay Pacific usually have the lowest fares for flights to China?

Sichuan Airlines frequently offers the lowest average return price for flights to China, but fares can vary between airlines and dates. We recommend comparing all available options on KAYAK before booking your flight.

What other airlines fly to China besides Cathay Pacific?

In addition to Cathay Pacific, airlines such as China Southern, Air Canada and Air China also operate flights to China. Check KAYAK to compare fares from these and other carriers.

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