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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Shanghai, China from C$ 505

YVR — SHA
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Shanghai

Sun 8/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop23h 45m
Tue 17/116:10 p.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 13/9C$ 851
Sun 8/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop18h 20m
Tue 17/117:40 a.m. -
1 stop28h 25m
Deal found 13/9C$ 864
Mon 9/112:00 p.m. -
2 stops36h 55m
Tue 17/111:10 p.m. -
1 stop16h 33m
Deal found 13/9C$ 936
Thu 12/1112:30 a.m. -
1 stop22h 55m
Mon 30/114:40 p.m. -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 13/9C$ 953
Fri 30/101:05 a.m. -
1 stop24h 45m
Wed 9/126:10 p.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 14/9C$ 954
Wed 4/118:00 a.m. -
2 stops18h 55m
Fri 13/111:10 p.m. -
2 stops41h 49m
Deal found 15/9C$ 954
Thu 5/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop23h 45m
Mon 16/116:10 p.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 12/9C$ 956
Sun 8/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop23h 45m
Sun 22/114:55 p.m. -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 11/9C$ 957
Mon 21/91:40 a.m. -
2 stops28h 10m
Tue 3/119:45 p.m. -
1 stop36h 55m
Deal found 14/9C$ 959
Thu 5/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 16/119:10 a.m. -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 12/9C$ 963
Sun 15/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop23h 45m
Mon 30/116:10 p.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 13/9C$ 964
Sun 15/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 30/114:50 p.m. -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 13/9C$ 964

Find flight deals from Vancouver to Shanghai

Round-trip from

C$ 851

One-way from

C$ 505

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,110
Hong Kong Airlines
  • Hong Kong Airlines
  • 8/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 25/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (C$ 116 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/9

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

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/10

12:36 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops39h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 29/10

12:36 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops39h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 19/9

5:25 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 30/10

12:36 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops39h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/11

1:36 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops37h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/11

1:36 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops37h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/11

2:00 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop36h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 565

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/10

10:40 a.m.-7:05 p.m.

3 stops41h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 582

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/9

9:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop35h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 691

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai (average of C$ 953). Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,585). 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?

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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Vancouver to Shanghai flights typically cost between C$ 1,010 and C$ 1,185 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 851 on Hong Kong Airlines (8 Nov-17 Nov).

How often are flights from Vancouver to Shanghai delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 158 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?

Thursday 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 16% of flights being delayed.

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

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 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

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
1,220 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

YYZ - ATL

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

YYZ - ATL

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,486 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

YYZ - ATL

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.
Air China
7.5
Good
165 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

YYZ - ATL

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,633 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

YYZ - ATL

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.
Hong Kong Airlines
6.2
Okay
32 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

YYZ - ATL

Flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Vancouver to Shanghai can take about 12h 15m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,114. The distance between Vancouver and Shanghai is about 9011 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$ 747. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hong Kong Airlines, from C$ 793, and Korean Air, from C$ 807. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai for 39% 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$ 413), XiamenAir (C$ 447), and Hong Kong Airlines (C$ 481).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai (average of C$ 953). Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,585). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 747AverageC$ 1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapestC$ 776AverageC$ 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 786AverageC$ 1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 807AverageC$ 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 822AverageC$ 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 829AverageC$ 1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 833AverageC$ 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 925AverageC$ 1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 931AverageC$ 1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,007AverageC$ 1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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