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Cheap flights from British Columbia to Shanghai, China from C$ 538

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from British Columbia to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from British Columbia to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from British Columbia to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 August 2026.

Sun 30/811:15 a.m. -
Nonstop11h 50m
Tue 15/93:55 p.m. -
Nonstop10h 25m
Deal found 6/8C$ 949
Tue 1/97:00 a.m. -
2 stops19h 45m
Mon 21/98:10 p.m. -
2 stops18h 12m
Deal found 2/8C$ 951
Sun 30/82:50 p.m. -
1 stop27h 50m
Tue 15/98:50 a.m. -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 6/8C$ 957
Fri 4/912:35 a.m. -
1 stop17h 45m
Fri 18/92:50 p.m. -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 2/8C$ 960
Sun 30/812:55 p.m. -
1 stop29h 45m
Tue 15/93:55 p.m. -
Nonstop10h 25m
Deal found 6/8C$ 961
Thu 27/812:30 a.m. -
1 stop19h 10m
Mon 14/911:55 a.m. -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 3/8C$ 964
Thu 27/812:55 a.m. -
1 stop20h 30m
Sun 20/98:50 a.m. -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 3/8C$ 971
Mon 31/82:50 p.m. -
1 stop14h 20m
Wed 30/91:40 p.m. -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 4/8C$ 978
Thu 17/97:00 a.m. -
1 stop19h 25m
Mon 21/98:10 p.m. -
1 stop32h 43m
Deal found 6/8C$ 979
Fri 18/910:50 a.m. -
Nonstop12h 15m
Thu 1/103:55 p.m. -
Nonstop10h 25m
Deal found 6/8C$ 981
Fri 18/912:50 p.m. -
1 stop18h 00m
Sat 3/101:30 p.m. -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 6/8C$ 991
Fri 11/912:50 p.m. -
1 stop18h 00m
Mon 14/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 6/8C$ 999

Find flight deals from British Columbia to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for British Columbia to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 949

One-way from

C$ 538

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,485
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 30/8-15/9
  • Nonstop
  • 22h 15m total
  • British Columbia to Shanghai
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Korean Air
  • Korean Air
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • British Columbia to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from British Columbia to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 17/9

7:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/9

12:10 p.m.-4:23 p.m.

1 stop19h 13m

C$ 1,097

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 31/8

2:55 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/9

12:10 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops21h 08m

C$ 1,099

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 19/8

9:47 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop16h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/9

12:10 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops36h 41m

C$ 1,100

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/9

2:55 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 24/9

1:20 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop33h 20m

C$ 1,134

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/11

9:30 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

11:20 a.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop21h 20m

C$ 1,134

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/8

9:47 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop16h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/9

12:10 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops36h 41m

C$ 1,135

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/11

1:35 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop18h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/11

7:10 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop20h 50m

C$ 1,148

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 25/10

5:30 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

2 stops25h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/11

2:00 p.m.-2:15 a.m.

2 stops27h 15m

C$ 1,167

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 25/10

5:30 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

2 stops25h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/11

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

2 stops43h 10m

C$ 1,167

VictoriaShanghai

YYJ Victoria Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YYJPVG

Victoria Intl

Thu 1/10

8:20 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/10

3:55 p.m.-6:31 p.m.

1 stop17h 36m

C$ 1,195

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Best time to book a flight from British Columbia to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from British Columbia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from British Columbia to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from British Columbia to Shanghai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from British Columbia to Shanghai (average of C$ 965). Flying from British Columbia to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,519). 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 BC to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from British Columbia to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from British Columbia to Shanghai as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from British Columbia to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
British Columbia to Shanghai flights typically cost between C$ 1,211 and C$ 1,805 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 949 on Air Canada (30 Aug-15 Sep).

How far ahead should I book a flight from British Columbia to Shanghai?

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from British Columbia to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from British Columbia to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from British Columbia to Shanghai?

    United Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Korean Air can get you from British Columbia to Shanghai in just under 19h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 20m. The distance from British Columbia to Shanghai 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 British Columbia to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hainan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 416. However, be on the lookout for offers from XiamenAir and Philippine Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from British Columbia to Shanghai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from British Columbia to Shanghai?

    Most travellers choose Vancouver Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Vancouver Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Calgary - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl when deciding on the best route from British Columbia to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from British Columbia to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on British Columbia to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from British Columbia to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from British Columbia to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from British Columbia to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from British Columbia to Shanghai 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 British Columbia to Shanghai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from British Columbia to Shanghai (average of C$ 965). Flying from British Columbia to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,519). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from British Columbia to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from British Columbia to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 752AverageC$ 1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 792AverageC$ 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 812AverageC$ 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 835AverageC$ 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 835AverageC$ 1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 844AverageC$ 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 950AverageC$ 1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 953AverageC$ 1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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ANACheapestC$ 1,051AverageC$ 1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,051AverageC$ 1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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