Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to China from C$ 537

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 April 2026.

Mon 16/1111:30 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop23h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 30/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/4C$ 971
Thu 12/1111:10 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop24h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 16/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 973
Thu 12/1111:10 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop24h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 30/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 974
Wed 23/98:05 a.m.
YVR
-
PEK
2 stops22h 25m
Korean Air
Mon 19/101:30 p.m.
PEK
-
YVR
1 stop18h 00m
Korean Air
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,007
Fri 1/512:55 a.m.
YVR
-
PEK
1 stop17h 45m
Korean Air
Mon 4/56:30 p.m.
PEK
-
YVR
2 stops60h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,015
Thu 5/1111:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SZX
1 stop27h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 12/116:55 a.m.
SZX
-
YVR
1 stop29h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,016
Thu 12/1111:10 p.m.
YVR
-
PEK
1 stop23h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 3/123:30 p.m.
PEK
-
YVR
1 stop20h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 1,023
Thu 12/1111:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SZX
1 stop27h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 3/126:55 a.m.
SZX
-
YVR
1 stop29h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,024
Sat 14/112:00 p.m.
YVR
-
PEK
1 stop30h 40m
Korean Air
Sat 13/210:40 a.m.
PEK
-
YVR
1 stop21h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,031
Fri 1/52:30 p.m.
YVR
-
PEK
1 stop30h 35m
Korean Air
Tue 2/66:30 p.m.
PEK
-
YVR
2 stops60h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 19/4C$ 1,037
Thu 10/912:20 p.m.
YVR
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CAN
1 stop20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 14/101:15 a.m.
CAN
-
YVR
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4C$ 1,050
Wed 13/52:30 p.m.
YVR
-
PEK
1 stop28h 10m
Korean Air
Sat 17/101:30 a.m.
PEK
-
YVR
1 stop30h 00m
Korean Air
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,053

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver Intl to China flight deals. Data was last updated 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,007

One-way from

C$ 537

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,182

Good round-trip deal

C$ 995 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 493 or less
Korean Air
  • Korean Air
  • 23/9-19/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • Vancouver to China
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 10m total
  • Vancouver to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 326 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 61 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Vancouver Intl to China.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverGuangzhou

YVR - CAN

YVRCAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

9:40 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops34h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 4/10

12:40 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

2 stops26h 00m

C$ 1,217

VancouverShenyang

YVR - SHE

YVRSHE

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

9:40 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

2 stops32h 15m

Shenyang

Sun 4/10

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

2 stops38h 25m

C$ 1,217

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

9:15 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

1:20 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop23h 05m

C$ 1,232

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 28/9

2:10 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

4:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 35m

C$ 1,232

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

9:15 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/10

4:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 35m

C$ 1,268

VancouverHefei

YVR - HFE

YVRHFE

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/5

2:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop33h 30m

Hefei Xinqiao Intl

Wed 3/6

4:10 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

2 stops39h 05m

C$ 1,285

VancouverHefei

YVR - HFE

YVRHFE

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/5

2:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop33h 30m

Hefei Xinqiao Intl

Thu 4/6

4:10 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

2 stops39h 05m

C$ 1,285

VancouverShenyang

YVR - SHE

YVRSHE

Vancouver Intl

Sun 23/8

12:55 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop23h 35m

Shenyang

Thu 10/9

4:50 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops37h 15m

C$ 1,291

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

9:45 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/11

8:55 p.m.-6:48 p.m.

2 stops37h 53m

C$ 1,295

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 2/9

12:55 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/12

6:25 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop33h 45m

C$ 1,321

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China?

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to China. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China (average of C$ 1,016). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,028). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to China as you normally would.

How often are flights from Vancouver to China delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Vancouver and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to China flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated 23 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air,Cathay Pacific, andAir China from Vancouver Intl Airport to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to China in 16h 40m. Fly via Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Vancouver Intl Airport to China is about 9011 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to China one-way?

    C$ 377 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Hainan Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 403 and C$ 406, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Vancouver Intl Airport to China?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver Intl to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver Intl to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to China (average of C$ 1,016). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,028). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapestC$ 626AverageC$ 1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 737AverageC$ 1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 738AverageC$ 1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 780AverageC$ 1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 809AverageC$ 1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 818AverageC$ 1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 841AverageC$ 1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestC$ 844AverageC$ 1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 862AverageC$ 1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 926AverageC$ 1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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