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Cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, China from C$ 578

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SHA
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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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 22 November 2025.

Wed 3/126:30 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/128:55 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops27h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 1,464
Thu 4/1212:40 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/125:35 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop20h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 1,471
Tue 25/116:40 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop32h 20mAir Canada
Tue 7/43:55 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops20h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 21/11C$ 1,473
Tue 2/1212:30 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/124:30 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops41h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11C$ 1,474
Thu 20/113:10 p.m.YYZ - SHA
1 stop29h 45mAir China
Thu 27/117:45 a.m.SHA - YYZ
1 stop17h 25mAir China
Deal found 19/11C$ 1,474
Mon 1/126:45 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/121:10 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops20h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11C$ 1,476
Wed 26/111:30 p.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/126:10 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops24h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11C$ 1,480
Tue 25/1112:30 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops26h 30mAir Canada
Wed 3/125:35 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop18h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 21/11C$ 1,481
Sun 30/1112:30 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops26h 30mAir Canada
Fri 5/125:35 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops18h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11C$ 1,484
Mon 1/129:45 a.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/127:05 p.m.SHA - YYZ
3 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 1,484
Fri 5/121:30 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1212:25 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops49h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 1,487
Sun 23/1111:40 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop33h 05mKorean Air
Tue 2/1211:20 a.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop34h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 21/11C$ 1,488

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 22 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,464

One-way from

C$ 578

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 1,735
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 13/1-16/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 59m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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14/1
  • 14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 00m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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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 22 November 2025.
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Toronto

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 3/12

6:30 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/12

8:55 p.m.-11:48 a.m.

2 stops27h 53m

C$ 1,464

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 20/1

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

2 stops33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

11:10 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop34h 45m

C$ 1,467

TorontoShanghai

YTZ - PVG

YTZPVG

Toronto Island

Sun 25/1

10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops40h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

5:35 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

2 stops51h 35m

C$ 1,467

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

6:30 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

8:50 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop37h 05m

C$ 1,467

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

6:30 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/7

8:50 a.m.-12:43 a.m.

2 stops27h 53m

C$ 1,467

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

6:30 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/7

1:40 p.m.-10:53 p.m.

2 stops21h 13m

C$ 1,467

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 27/3

1:35 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/4

1:25 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

1 stop20h 45m

C$ 1,469

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 28/3

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

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 18/4

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

1 stop20h 50m

C$ 1,469

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 25/3

9:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops33h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/4

8:10 p.m.-11:43 a.m.

2 stops27h 33m

C$ 1,471

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 20/1

11:40 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/7

1:40 p.m.-12:43 a.m.

2 stops23h 03m

C$ 1,473

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai

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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 14 November 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,208). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,625). 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 22 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Toronto to Shanghai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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. Friday 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?

How often are flights from Toronto to Shanghai delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Toronto and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Toronto to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Toronto to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, China Southern has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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 22 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific,China Southern, 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,036 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,467 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,068 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

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.

  • How long is the flight from Toronto to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Toronto to Shanghai in 23h 15m. Fly via United Airlines, Korean Air, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 11407 km between Toronto and Shanghai. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, China Southern (C$ 1,208), Delta (C$ 1,294), and United Airlines (C$ 1,317) offers the cheapest pricing from Toronto to Shanghai. China Southern is priced at 33% 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 Orpheum Theatre, Queen Elizabeth Theatre, and Vogue Theatre. Orpheum Theatre, Queen Elizabeth Theatre, and Vogue Theatre can be accessed by travelling approximately 10.4 km, 10.7 km, and 10.3 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,208). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,625). 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
China SouthernCheapestC$ 1,208AverageC$ 1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,294AverageC$ 1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,317AverageC$ 1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 1,344AverageC$ 1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,369AverageC$ 1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,375AverageC$ 1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,376AverageC$ 1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,414AverageC$ 1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EgyptairCheapestC$ 1,507AverageC$ 1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,522AverageC$ 1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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