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Cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, China from C$ 696

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SHA
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

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

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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,458

One-way from

C$ 736

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,942
11/5-25/10
  • 11/5-25/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 03m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 422 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 59 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 29 April 2025.

Mon 18/85:19 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop33h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 22/95:00 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop18h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 1,444
Sun 11/510:25 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/109:35 a.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops32h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,452
Tue 9/97:45 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops51h 05mChina Airlines
Tue 14/107:50 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops47h 09mChina Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 1,459
Tue 13/512:45 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop38h 15mEgyptair
Sun 15/611:55 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop43h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,494
Wed 23/73:12 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops35h 38mWestJet Encore
Wed 19/116:10 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop17h 50mWestJet Encore
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,501
Tue 29/47:15 a.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops40h 10mJapan Airlines
Tue 24/612:50 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops20h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,502
Mon 29/912:00 p.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/101:35 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops28h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,523
Mon 18/86:30 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops25h 40mKorean Air
Mon 22/98:50 a.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops33h 23mKorean Air
Deal found 27/4C$ 1,537
Wed 7/510:35 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop19h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 16/72:30 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop35h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,540
Mon 18/83:30 p.m.YYZ - SHA
1 stop32h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 22/91:20 p.m.SHA - YYZ
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4C$ 1,540
Mon 27/106:00 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops27h 25mANA
Sun 16/112:30 a.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops33h 17mANA
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,571
Tue 21/101:00 p.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops35h 15mANA
Mon 17/111:40 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops22h 07mANA
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,613

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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 29 April 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

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 18/8

5:19 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop33h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 22/9

5:00 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

C$ 1,444

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 11/5

10:25 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

2 stops33h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 25/10

9:35 a.m.-6:13 a.m.

2 stops32h 38m

C$ 1,452

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 9/9

7:45 p.m.-10:50 a.m.

2 stops51h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/10

7:50 p.m.-6:59 a.m.

2 stops47h 09m

C$ 1,459

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 13/5

12:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop38h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/6

11:55 p.m.-7:25 a.m.

1 stop43h 30m

C$ 1,494

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 23/7

3:12 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops35h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 19/11

6:10 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 1,501

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 29/9

12:00 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops36h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 15/10

1:35 p.m.-6:13 a.m.

2 stops28h 38m

C$ 1,523

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 18/8

6:30 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

2 stops25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 22/9

8:50 a.m.-6:13 a.m.

2 stops33h 23m

C$ 1,537

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 18/8

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

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/9

1:20 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

1 stop20h 50m

C$ 1,540

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 30/8

3:30 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/1

2:45 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop34h 30m

C$ 1,577

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 21/10

1:00 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops35h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/11

1:40 p.m.-10:47 p.m.

2 stops22h 07m

C$ 1,613

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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 25 April 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,202). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,677). 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 PVG?

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 29 April 2025.

When flying from Toronto to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus 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.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 29 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Toronto to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

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, Cathay Pacific (C$ 1,540), Korean Air (C$ 1,570), and ANA (C$ 1,613) offers the cheapest pricing from Toronto to Shanghai. Cathay Pacific is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Toronto to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 766 on Japan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from C$ 811 and XiamenAir from C$ 923 one-way.

  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 976. While the most popular route (Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for C$ 1,434 on average our data indicates C$ 3,484 when flying from Toronto to Shanghai.

  • 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, Vancouver Harbour Centre, and Orpheum Theatre. Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver Harbour Centre, and Orpheum Theatre can be accessed by travelling approximately 10.7 km, 11.1 km, and 10.4 km, respectively from Vancouver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Vancouver Intl for an average daily rate of C$ 47 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,202). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,677). 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 Toronto to Shanghai

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 29 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestC$ 1,187AverageC$ 1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,297AverageC$ 1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,345AverageC$ 1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,346AverageC$ 1,833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,352AverageC$ 1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,420AverageC$ 1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestC$ 1,428AverageC$ 2,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,440AverageC$ 1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,459AverageC$ 1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EgyptairCheapestC$ 1,483AverageC$ 1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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