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Cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, China from C$ 655

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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SHA
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Toronto to Shanghai are usually found in March or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Toronto to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Toronto (YTO) 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 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,135

One-way from

C$ 710

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 1,993
22/9-6/10
  • 22/9-6/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 29m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Toronto to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 August 2025.

Mon 22/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/107:05 p.m.PVG - YHM
2 stops33h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,135
Wed 10/97:05 a.m.YHM - SHA
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/98:55 a.m.SHA - YHM
2 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,195
Wed 10/97:05 a.m.YHM - SHA
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/98:55 a.m.SHA - YHM
2 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 1,226
Mon 15/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/109:35 a.m.PVG - YHM
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,232
Mon 15/97:05 a.m.YHM - SHA
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/108:55 a.m.SHA - YHM
2 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,239
Mon 8/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/99:35 a.m.PVG - YHM
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,268
Wed 10/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/99:35 a.m.PVG - YHM
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 1,277
Sat 27/95:45 p.m.YHM - SHA
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/107:15 p.m.SHA - YHM
2 stops33h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,288
Mon 8/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/93:55 p.m.PVG - YHM
1 stop20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 1,321
Mon 8/97:05 a.m.YHM - SHA
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/98:55 a.m.SHA - YHM
2 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,323
Fri 5/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/93:55 p.m.PVG - YHM
1 stop20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 1,323
Mon 8/97:05 a.m.YHM - PVG
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/97:20 a.m.PVG - YHM
2 stops28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 1,376

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Toronto 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 14 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Toronto to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Toronto

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - PVG

YHMPVG

Hamilton

Mon 22/9

7:05 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/10

7:05 p.m.-4:44 p.m.

2 stops33h 39m

C$ 1,135

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - SHA

YHMSHA

Hamilton

Wed 10/9

7:05 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/9

8:55 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops27h 04m

C$ 1,195

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - SHA

YHMSHA

Hamilton

Wed 10/9

7:05 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 24/9

8:55 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops27h 04m

C$ 1,226

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - PVG

YHMPVG

Hamilton

Mon 15/9

7:05 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/10

9:35 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops26h 24m

C$ 1,235

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - SHA

YHMSHA

Hamilton

Mon 15/9

7:05 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 15/10

8:55 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops27h 04m

C$ 1,238

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - PVG

YHMPVG

Hamilton

Mon 8/9

7:05 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/9

9:35 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops26h 24m

C$ 1,268

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - PVG

YHMPVG

Hamilton

Wed 10/9

7:05 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/9

9:35 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops26h 24m

C$ 1,277

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - SHA

YHMSHA

Hamilton

Sat 27/9

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

2 stops36h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 4/10

7:15 p.m.-4:44 p.m.

2 stops33h 29m

C$ 1,288

HamiltonShanghai

YHM - PVG

YHMPVG

Hamilton

Sat 20/9

5:45 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops42h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

9:35 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops26h 24m

C$ 1,288

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 24/9

3:30 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/10

10:30 p.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop27h 20m

C$ 1,410

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Toronto to Shanghai is 5 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 Toronto to Shanghai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,070). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,500). 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 YTO to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Toronto 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 14 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Toronto to Shanghai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Toronto to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Toronto to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Toronto to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 14 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air,Cathay Pacific, andUnited Airlines from Toronto to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
968 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
China Eastern
7.2
Good
160 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,949 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, China Southern (C$ 1,181), United Airlines (C$ 1,290), and Delta (C$ 1,338) offers the cheapest pricing from Toronto to Shanghai. China Southern is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Toronto to Shanghai?

    The most popular route from Toronto to Shanghai is Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Toronto Island - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Toronto to Shanghai?

    Most of the time, Toronto to Shanghai flights that have layovers will stop in Vancouver. Incheon sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Toronto to Shanghai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Vancouver?

    The majority of Vancouver visitors spend their time at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Orpheum Theatre, and Vancouver Harbour Centre. Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Orpheum Theatre, and Vancouver Harbour Centre can be accessed by travelling approximately 10.7 km, 10.4 km, and 11.1 km, respectively from Vancouver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Vancouver Intl for an average daily rate of C$ 106 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Toronto to Shanghai flights?

    Toronto to Shanghai flights have a layover in Taipei City least often.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,070). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,500). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Toronto 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 14 August 2025.
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 1,181AverageC$ 1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,290AverageC$ 1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,338AverageC$ 1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,339AverageC$ 1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,345AverageC$ 1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,346AverageC$ 1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapestC$ 1,477AverageC$ 1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,483AverageC$ 1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,488AverageC$ 1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,489AverageC$ 1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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