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Cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, China from C$ 741

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SHA
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Toronto to Shanghai are usually found in February or January, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Friday 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 18 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,482

One-way from

C$ 741

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,913
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 24m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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  • Delta
  • 27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 55m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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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 18 March 2025.

Mon 22/91:40 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop32h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 16/106:55 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,471
Mon 24/36:49 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop32h 31mDelta
Mon 31/33:45 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop18h 53mDelta
Deal found 16/3C$ 1,482
Tue 9/97:25 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops48h 20mJapan Airlines
Wed 22/104:05 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops58h 24mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,486
Fri 2/56:55 a.m.YYZ - PVG
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/51:10 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 1,498
Wed 16/48:35 p.m.YKF - PVG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/52:30 p.m.PVG - YKF
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,509
Wed 16/46:45 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 19/55:00 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop17h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 1,519
Mon 14/47:15 a.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops40h 10mJapan Airlines
Wed 21/512:50 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops22h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,535
Thu 8/51:55 p.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/51:20 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,542
Tue 27/54:30 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops33h 35mAir Canada
Sat 22/115:50 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop16h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,568
Sun 13/41:50 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop21h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/51:25 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,602
Tue 2/91:50 a.m.YYZ - SHA
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 6/101:20 p.m.SHA - YYZ
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,602
Mon 29/912:30 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop19h 40mKorean Air
Mon 13/108:50 a.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop37h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 17/3C$ 1,618

Find flights from Toronto to Shanghai within your budget

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 18 March 2025.

Fly from

Toronto

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 9/9

7:25 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops48h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/10

4:05 p.m.-2:29 p.m.

2 stops58h 24m

C$ 1,486

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 2/5

6:55 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

3 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/5

1:10 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

C$ 1,498

TorontoShanghai

YKF - PVG

YKFPVG

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Wed 16/4

8:35 p.m.-5:50 p.m.

2 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/5

2:30 p.m.-7:10 a.m.

2 stops28h 40m

C$ 1,509

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 16/4

5:20 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop33h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/5

5:00 p.m.-10:47 p.m.

1 stop17h 47m

C$ 1,519

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 14/4

7:15 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops40h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/5

12:50 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

2 stops22h 10m

C$ 1,535

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 8/5

1:55 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 24/5

1:20 p.m.-7:50 a.m.

2 stops30h 30m

C$ 1,542

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 27/5

4:30 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops33h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

5:50 p.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop16h 46m

C$ 1,568

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 13/4

1:50 a.m.-11:05 a.m.

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/5

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

1 stop20h 45m

C$ 1,602

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 2/9

1:50 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/10

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

1 stop20h 50m

C$ 1,602

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 3/4

6:00 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 24/4

5:30 p.m.-11:59 a.m.

2 stops30h 29m

C$ 1,605

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Toronto to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Toronto to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Toronto to Shanghai is 14 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,224). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,706). 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 18 March 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 33% 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 Friday 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 18 March 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
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,045 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,436 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

ANA
8.3
Very good
827 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
725 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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, Delta (C$ 1,482), Japan Airlines (C$ 1,502), and American Airlines (C$ 1,519) offers the cheapest pricing from Toronto to Shanghai. Delta is priced at 32% 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$ 741 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from C$ 761 and American Airlines from C$ 773 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$ 751. While the most popular route (Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for C$ 1,323 on average our data indicates C$ 3,517 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$ 52 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,224). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,706). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestC$ 1,228AverageC$ 1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,349AverageC$ 1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,392AverageC$ 1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,393AverageC$ 1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,451AverageC$ 1,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestC$ 1,477AverageC$ 2,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,480AverageC$ 1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,490AverageC$ 1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,509AverageC$ 1,783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EgyptairCheapestC$ 1,534AverageC$ 1,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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