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Cheap flights from Calgary to Shanghai, China from C$ 686

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — SHA
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Calgary to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Wed 4/114:30 p.m.
YYC
-
PVG
2 stops32h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 14/125:35 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
1 stop16h 14m
Air Canada
Deal found 17/4C$ 1,176
Wed 30/96:00 a.m.
YYC
-
PVG
1 stop18h 05m
Air Canada
Thu 29/105:35 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops28h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,183
Wed 11/117:00 a.m.
YYC
-
PVG
1 stop18h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 24/115:35 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops29h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,184
Sat 5/98:30 p.m.
YYC
-
PVG
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 6/103:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
1 stop17h 54m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/4C$ 1,210
Tue 15/96:00 a.m.
YYC
-
PVG
1 stop18h 05m
Air Canada
Sun 18/103:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops29h 17m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,213
Sat 3/108:30 p.m.
YYC
-
PVG
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Sun 18/103:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops29h 17m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,236
Sat 3/108:40 p.m.
YYC
-
PVG
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/101:10 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops18h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,253
Sun 18/102:45 p.m.
YYC
-
PVG
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops33h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 1,270
Sun 4/107:00 a.m.
YYC
-
PVG
1 stop17h 05m
Air Canada
Sat 17/103:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YYC
2 stops29h 17m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/4C$ 1,274
Sat 15/82:45 p.m.
YYC
-
SHA
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/108:00 p.m.
SHA
-
YYC
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 1,315
Sat 5/92:45 p.m.
YYC
-
SHA
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/106:50 p.m.
SHA
-
YYC
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 1,318
Mon 7/97:55 p.m.
YYC
-
SHA
2 stops59h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 21/91:20 p.m.
SHA
-
YYC
2 stops32h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4C$ 1,362

Find flight deals from Calgary to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,183

One-way from

C$ 686

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 1,268
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 30/9-29/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 04m total
  • Calgary to Shanghai
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 35m total
  • Calgary to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 365 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Mon 7/9

6:00 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 21/9

3:55 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop18h 44m

C$ 1,291

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Fri 11/9

9:55 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 22/9

8:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops25h 30m

C$ 1,315

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Mon 7/9

7:55 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops59h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 21/9

1:20 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops32h 10m

C$ 1,362

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sun 20/9

9:55 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

2 stops24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/10

1:20 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

2 stops41h 40m

C$ 1,422

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Fri 15/5

8:20 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops40h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/6

7:15 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

2 stops19h 29m

C$ 1,574

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Fri 16/10

9:00 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops22h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

8:50 a.m.-10:20 p.m.

2 stops28h 30m

C$ 1,604

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Fri 16/10

9:00 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops22h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/11

8:50 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops27h 30m

C$ 1,604

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Mon 18/5

7:00 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

10:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops47h 00m

C$ 1,607

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Wed 20/5

6:00 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

10:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

2 stops47h 00m

C$ 1,607

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Tue 19/5

11:05 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 22/6

7:20 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

2 stops48h 10m

C$ 1,607

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Best time to book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Calgary to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Calgary to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Calgary to Shanghai is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai (average of C$ 116). Flying from Calgary to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,418). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 21 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air,China Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Calgary to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,212 reviews
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Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,212 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,212 reviews
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Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
818 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,212 reviews
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Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,282 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,212 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,947 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,212 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Calgary to Shanghai?

    Calgary (YYC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Calgary; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Calgary airport to Shanghai. It is only a 9.3 km journey to Calgary (YYC) from Calgary’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Calgary to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Calgary to Shanghai in 18h 05m. Fly via Air Canada, China Southern, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 9357 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Calgary to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Calgary to Shanghai round-trip from C$ 967. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Korean Air, from C$ 1,042, and Air Canada, from C$ 1,087. Cathay Pacific is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Calgary to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Calgary 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 Calgary to Shanghai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai (average of C$ 116). Flying from Calgary to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,418). 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
Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 967AverageC$ 1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 1,042AverageC$ 1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,087AverageC$ 1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,366AverageC$ 1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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