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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Shanghai, China from C$ 536

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to Shanghai are usually found in January or September, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Thu 12/1111:10 p.m.
YVR
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PVG
1 stop24h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 23/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 21/3C$ 929
Sun 18/1012:55 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 45m
Korean Air
Mon 26/1011:20 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 23/3C$ 950
Sun 18/1012:55 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 45m
Korean Air
Mon 16/118:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop22h 40m
Korean Air
Deal found 25/3C$ 972
Thu 8/102:20 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Korean Air
Sun 18/1011:10 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 24/3C$ 975
Thu 1/102:20 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Korean Air
Tue 3/112:00 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop13h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 22/3C$ 976
Fri 13/111:00 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop15h 25m
Korean Air
Tue 24/118:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 22/3C$ 978
Mon 19/109:40 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
2 stops33h 00m
Korean Air
Wed 21/101:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop17h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 23/3C$ 983
Fri 16/1012:55 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop17h 45m
Korean Air
Sat 24/108:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop22h 40m
Korean Air
Deal found 25/3C$ 996
Fri 15/52:30 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop28h 10m
Korean Air
Tue 16/68:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop22h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 21/3C$ 997
Tue 6/102:20 p.m.
YVR
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SHA
1 stop35h 45m
Korean Air
Sun 18/106:25 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop33h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,001
Tue 6/109:40 a.m.
YVR
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PVG
2 stops33h 00m
Korean Air
Mon 19/108:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,014
Mon 7/92:55 p.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop30h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 24/910:30 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop29h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 26/3C$ 1,030

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 972

One-way from

C$ 536

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,318
Korean Air
  • Korean Air
  • 9/9-7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 10m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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16/9
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 00m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 26 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 12/4

3:00 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/4

12:10 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

2 stops49h 46m

C$ 1,117

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 6/4

7:20 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

8:10 p.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops29h 38m

C$ 1,117

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/4

7:00 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/5

8:10 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

2 stops41h 46m

C$ 1,117

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

7:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/9

12:10 p.m.-4:23 p.m.

1 stop19h 13m

C$ 1,117

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/4

7:00 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

12:10 p.m.-2:06 p.m.

2 stops40h 56m

C$ 1,117

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/9

7:20 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

C$ 1,193
Quickest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 19/5

12:55 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 18/6

1:40 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

C$ 1,254

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/9

1:25 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 14/9

1:20 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop23h 30m

C$ 1,289

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/4

2:30 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop35h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 15/5

6:25 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

C$ 1,305

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/4

12:55 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

6:25 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

C$ 1,305

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai (average of C$ 775). Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,011). 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 YVR to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 26 March 2026.

When flying from Vancouver to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

How often are flights from Vancouver to Shanghai delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver 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?

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

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

Over the past year, Air Canada has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being 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 26 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air,Cathay Pacific, andAir China from Vancouver to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,231 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,842 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Hong Kong Airlines
6.0
Okay
28 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Vancouver to Shanghai can take about 23h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,289. The distance between Vancouver and Shanghai is about 9032 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver to Shanghai round-trip from C$ 802. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from C$ 807, and China Southern, from C$ 817. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver to Shanghai are Hainan Airlines (C$ 410), XiamenAir (C$ 443), and Sichuan Airlines (C$ 488).

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

    Of the flights from Vancouver to Shanghai that have layovers, most of them stop in Hong Kong.

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

    If you're on a layover in Hong Kong and looking for things to do, consider visiting Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong Disneyland, or Mid-levels Escalators. Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong Disneyland and Mid-levels Escalators are located about 29.5 km, 12.6 km, and 24.5 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai (average of C$ 775). Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,011). 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 Vancouver to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver 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 26 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 775AverageC$ 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 801AverageC$ 1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 817AverageC$ 1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 826AverageC$ 1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 831AverageC$ 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 837AverageC$ 1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestC$ 853AverageC$ 1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 935AverageC$ 1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 967AverageC$ 1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 973AverageC$ 1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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