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Cheap flights from Montreal to Shanghai, China from C$ 707

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — SHA
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from Montreal to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Wed 23/95:34 p.m.
YUL
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PVG
2 stops33h 46m
American Airlines
Fri 29/16:50 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
2 stops33h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,485
Sun 13/93:45 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
1 stop35h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 20/95:20 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop33h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,489
Mon 14/91:10 p.m.
YUL
-
SHA
2 stops35h 05m
ANA
Tue 22/91:35 p.m.
SHA
-
YUL
2 stops23h 04m
ANA
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,501
Wed 4/118:50 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/1111:35 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,502
Thu 24/96:10 a.m.
YUL
-
PVG
2 stops23h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 15/108:10 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
2 stops48h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,503
Mon 14/96:35 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
1 stop34h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 22/912:10 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop32h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,505
Sun 27/99:35 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/211:35 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,510
Tue 25/83:45 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/94:00 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
2 stops34h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,512
Thu 5/118:50 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/1111:35 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,516
Wed 30/93:45 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/104:00 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
2 stops34h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7C$ 1,519
Thu 24/95:45 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
3 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/103:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 1,520
Fri 18/99:35 p.m.
YUL
-
PVG
1 stop36h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 8/1012:35 a.m.
PVG
-
YUL
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,522

Find flight deals from Montreal to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) 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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,485

One-way from

C$ 707

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 2,471
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 23/9-29/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 16m total
  • Montreal to Shanghai
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5/11
  • 5/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • Montreal to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 91 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Montreal 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 28 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MontrealShanghai

YUL - SHA

YULSHA

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 6/10

3:45 p.m.-11:20 a.m.

2 stops55h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/10

1:10 p.m.-2:43 p.m.

2 stops37h 33m

C$ 1,519

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 2/10

6:35 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

8:10 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

2 stops30h 30m

C$ 1,534
Quickest round-trip

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 22/9

6:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 21/12

1:30 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops21h 10m

C$ 1,536

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 27/9

9:35 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 19/2

6:10 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 55m

C$ 1,540

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 27/9

9:35 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/2

6:10 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 55m

C$ 1,540

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 17/9

6:10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

8:10 p.m.-1:09 p.m.

2 stops28h 59m

C$ 1,554

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 15/10

12:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops43h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/11

8:55 a.m.-11:26 a.m.

2 stops39h 31m

C$ 1,560

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 30/9

9:35 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/2

11:35 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 1,596

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 30/9

9:35 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/2

11:35 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 1,596

MontrealShanghai

YUL - PVG

YULPVG

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 16/8

4:55 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops36h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

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

2 stops26h 30m

C$ 1,723

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,560). Flying from Montreal to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,152). 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Montreal to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 7 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 28 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,Qatar Airways, andAir Canada from Montreal 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,048 reviews
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Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,048 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,048 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,048 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,401 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,048 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montreal 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 Montreal to Shanghai?

    Airlines like Japan Airlines, United Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from Montreal to Shanghai in about 30h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 24h 50m. There are 11346 km between Montreal and Shanghai. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at C$ 1,318. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 1,383 and C$ 1,426, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,560). Flying from Montreal to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,152). 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 5 airlines flying from Montreal to Shanghai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,318AverageC$ 1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,383AverageC$ 1,795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,426AverageC$ 1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,447AverageC$ 1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,856AverageC$ 1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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