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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Pu Dong (YVR-PVG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to Pu Dong 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Shanghai

Mon, 29 Sep - Mon, 13 Oct
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2:10 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.YVR-PVG
18h 45m1 stop
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1:25 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.PVG-YVR
23h 00m1 stop
C$ 946Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 2 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
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1:05 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.YVR-PVG
28h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
9:55 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.PVG-YVR
38h 50m1 stop
C$ 948China Southern
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Sat, 8 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
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12:10 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR-PVG
20h 25m1 stop
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11:20 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.PVG-YVR
20h 00m1 stop
C$ 949Korean Air
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Mon, 29 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct
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2:30 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.YVR-PVG
28h 10m1 stop
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11:10 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.PVG-YVR
16h 25m1 stop
C$ 950Korean Air
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Mon, 10 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
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11:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.YVR-PVG
23h 45m1 stop
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4:30 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.PVG-YVR
19h 55m1 stop
C$ 952Sichuan Airlines
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Thu, 29 Jan - Tue, 17 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:30 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.YVR-PVG
19h 15m1 stop
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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.PVG-YVR
17h 30m1 stop
C$ 954Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 9 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
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1:50 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.YVR-PVG
22h 50m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
7:35 a.m. - 8:35 p.m.PVG-YVR
28h 00m1 stop
C$ 979Hong Kong Airlines
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Thu, 23 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
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12:30 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.YVR-PVG
26h 35m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
11:55 a.m. - 8:55 p.m.PVG-YVR
25h 00m1 stop
C$ 981Sichuan Airlines
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Tue, 4 Nov - Thu, 5 Feb
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.YVR-PVG
19h 05m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
9:10 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.PVG-YVR
26h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,001Hong Kong Airlines
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Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
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10:50 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.YVR-PVG
12h 15mdirect
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3:55 p.m. - 11:20 a.m.PVG-YVR
10h 25mdirect
C$ 1,044Air Canada
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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Shanghai

 
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Take the Maglev train from PVG to Shanghai city centre in under 10 minutes. It's fast and runs every 15 minutes.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Shanghai flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Vancouver, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is September, where tickets cost C$ 1,167 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,046 and C$ 1,740 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 1,881, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightC$ 555
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights from Vancouver to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights

  • Which is a kid-friendly airline when flying from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong?

    Air Canada is one of the best airlines to book when planning to fly with your kids to Shanghai Pudong. The airline is comfortable for the kids because of its spacious seats and the legroom in it.

  • Which other cities can I visit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)?

    Apart from serving Shanghai Pudong, PVG also offers service to a number of cities in China. However, you can quickly connect from PVG to Kunshan, Songling, and Mudu. For easy movements consider car rentals.

  • How convenient is it to land at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) very late at night?

    If your plane from Vancouver lands at PVG very late at night, you should not be worried since you can connect to a nearby hotel to spend the rest of your night by the use of the airport shuttles. Ramada Pudong Airport Shanghai offers ideal amenities including a free shuttle and is a good choice to spend your night.

  • How can I catch the earliest flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong?

    If you want to catch the earliest flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong, consider spending a night before your travel day in one of the hotels near the airport. Pacific Gateway Hotel at Vancouver Airport is the best place to stay. Staying here will help you catch the first flight to Shanghai Pudong in the morning.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport was C$ 401 for a one-way ticket and C$ 684 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Vancouver and Shanghai Pudong Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    There are direct flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai, Korean Air or Sichuan Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai are Korean Air and Sichuan Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,313 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. Sichuan Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,042 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    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 from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    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 Pudong Airport with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline.

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

    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 Pudong Airport from Vancouver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 657 or less one-way and C$ 1,049 or less round-trip.
  • Those flights departing from Vancouver for Shanghai Pudong have Vancouver International Airport (YVR) as their main departure airport. There is also Victoria International Airport (YYJ), which can also serve as an alternative departure airport. You’ll experience cheaper services in case you choose it as your departure airport on the way to Shanghai Pudong.
  • Vancouver`s Sky Train is the most efficient and fast means of transportation from downtown Vancouver to Vancouver (YVR). It offers efficient services between downtown Vancouver and the airport. There are public buses, trains, and taxis for those in a hurry.
  • For those travelers who are physically challenged, you can also book flights to Shanghai Pudong just like anyone else. This is because all the airlines coming in and out of YVR and PVG have staff ready to offer assistance when needed. However, if you request a wheelchair before arriving at your destination airport makes it convenient in getting them on time.
  • There are a number of airports in Shanghai Pudong that can serve you as your destination airports. Other than Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), there are others like Hailar Dongshan Airport (HLD), Shanghai Longhua Airport (ZSSL), and Taiyuan Wusu International Airport where you can land on the way from VYY. Upon landing at any of these airports, you will have a number of transport options that will help you connect to the city center, your accommodation, or any location you’ll want to visit in the city. This is done by either hiring taxis or renting a car as a convenient way to get around.
  • When you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong, you should consider booking Air Canada Jazz. You’ll get to enjoy the lounge amenities offered by it. This is because Vancouver International Airport serves as a hub for Air Canada. And also the airline has the frequency of daily flights flying to Shanghai Pudong from Vancouver International Airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong.
Find which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

Air Canada,Air China,China Eastern

Air Canada,Air China, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Wednesday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Thursday

Air Canada,Air China,China Eastern

Air Canada,Air China, +1 more

Friday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Saturday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Sunday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

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Direct returns

Shanghai Pu Dong to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Air China,China Eastern

Air Canada,Air China, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Wednesday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Thursday

Air Canada,Air China,China Eastern

Air Canada,Air China, +1 more

Friday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Saturday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

Sunday

Air Canada,Air China

Air Canada,Air China

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Vancouver to Shanghai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Vancouver to Shanghai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Vancouver to Shanghai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Korean AirOverall score based on 1131 reviews
8.3Comfort
8.2Entertainment
8.7Crew
8.1Food
8.5Boarding
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It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

8.0 ExcellentMatt, Aug 2025ATL - ICN
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It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I normally love Korean Air, but this trip was not great. We boarded the plan and were settling into our seats. My son and I use these leg swings and we used it on the trip over to Cambodia, but on the way back the flight attendant very rudely told us we could not use it and that it was against regulations. I asked to see the regulation, but never saw it. The food on this trip was horrible as well, Even my son's kids meal was disgusting so we didn't eat anything on the flight. Thankfully we brought snacks. Entertainment - what happened to the games?

Plane took off on time and I had the whole row to myself!

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

This flight was a superior flight in all regards. Extremely pleasant experience.

Stingy on the drinks - 15 hour direct flight and could barely get attention for some water

Not many people, so you can lay down on two seats

It's good overall. Flight was packed. Inflight entertainment choices were lacking.

The food on this flight from NRT to ICN was average. The staff were very friendly, but the flight took about 60 minutes longer than it should have because the pilot was only flying at 330mph instead of 500-550. Not sure what the reason is for that, but it meant for a much longer flight.

I love my Delta crew, they were so welcoming and helpful.

Better organization of boarding procedures. Terrible leadership guiding people to gates.

I did not like how the plane landed. It was not smooth.

Been flying with China Airline over years many times. Good experience with them, no issues.

China Airlines crews are very excellent doing their job. Very friendly and hardworking. I will always choose China Airlines over and over. Thank you all for making my flight comfortable. God bless to all the staff. :)

Staff was so nice and very helpful with directions aswell!

Most relaxing long distance flight I have been on. And I have flown on many.

I don’t think I’ll be flying them again. Tight seats, no flowing air or air nozzles that you can turn air on you, for those who could have motion sickness this would be your worst nightmare. The pilot was great and experienced (which is what you want when flying 12 hours) overall I’m thankful knowledgeable pilots!

Very routh cabin crew food is only 2 meals for 13 hours fry with them They should get better training how to service good super routh language and talking with customer

When I booked a premium economy ticket. I then had to pay $100+ to book my seat.

Just want to do a little more clean up so does not smell like urine.

it was a great experience as far as business class.. but I have had better meals and wine on other airlines.. that said.. the price was a great value for what I got in return.. crew made the difference.

Cabin crew is very helpful and nice, it is another level of service compared to Air Canada

Entertainment for kids was good. Good was terrible, needs lots of work.

Better. I took an aisle seat this time. Although the overheard compartment above the seat ahead of me kept opening up during flight.

Flight was delayed at the last minute for six hours. Instead of delaying it to a normal hour, they moved it to 10 pm to essentially make it a redeye. There was no compensation or benefit offered for this inconvenience. Once on the plane, Inpaid for WiFi twice with both times it not working because of a “weak WiFi signal”, according to the flight attendants. They also chose the farther possible gates in both airports from the entrance/exit, even though they were one of the few active flights left so late in the evening. Overall it was pretty horrible.

I had high expectations but met with a below average experience. I hope the Airline will take a notice and improve.

Special request meals are really below average. Vegetarian options are very limited if you didn't prebook.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

So so, crew was overly professional and lacks human touch. Equipment is very old, especially the HKG-PVG CX366 flight. That plane along with its decor must have twenty years of history, or at least I had that impression.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

We bought premium Economy, thinking it would be more comfortable, but the seat is so narrow ,that my legs and feet are swollen , I can't wear shoes !

Could not understand what the attendant was saying during his announcements.

Terrible, it’s a mess with the strike. Couldn’t do the Smithers flight because my flight to Vanvouver was cancelled and there is no customer service help to get refund or help

It would have been better if it wasn’t cancelled

Economy seats always cramped, no meal on international flight, no plugs for electronics, but we got there and cabin crew was excellent.

I paid for comfort plus seats but did not get the extra leg room. When I told the stewardess, she just ignored me.

It would have been better if food is served on a 4 hours’ flight

Flight delayed by 90 min making for a 2 am check in at destination hotel.

I did not noticed baggage was separate - I had assumed international flights included luggage, so it surprised me I had to pay to check a bag.

No room when you sit. Fell very cramped. Food was only ok. Service was acceptable. Entertainment system was very buggy.

Bad service as well. Another 3hr delayed flight from chicago to Charlotte.

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