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

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai are usually found in January or September, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Sun 27/912:55 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop25h 10m
Korean Air
Wed 28/106:25 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop32h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 13/3C$ 879
Mon 21/99:15 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 11/108:35 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop27h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/3C$ 893
Wed 30/99:15 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 15/102:30 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop32h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/3C$ 894
Fri 2/109:15 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 14/107:20 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/3C$ 897
Mon 9/1111:30 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop23h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 23/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop20h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 909
Sun 6/91:25 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop23h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 24/910:30 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop24h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/3C$ 921
Mon 9/1111:30 p.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop23h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 26/114:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop19h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 923
Fri 25/99:15 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 16/109:35 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/3C$ 932
Sun 20/91:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop23h 10m
Hong Kong Airlines
Fri 23/107:35 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop27h 40m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 950
Tue 14/41:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop18h 10m
Hong Kong Airlines
Tue 2/64:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 20m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 12/3C$ 952
Tue 1/912:35 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop19h 45m
China Southern
Tue 15/92:50 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop21h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 13/3C$ 957
Wed 23/912:40 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 14/107:20 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop15h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/3C$ 963

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 921

One-way from

C$ 505

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,309
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 6/9-24/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Korean Air
  • Korean Air
  • 10/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 288 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl 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 17 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Sun 19/4

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

1 stop35h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/5

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

1 stop33h 10m

C$ 1,016

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 31/3

3:15 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/4

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

2 stops29h 38m

C$ 1,021

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 3/4

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

1 stop35h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/5

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

1 stop33h 10m

C$ 1,027

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/4

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

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 16/4

8:10 p.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop32h 43m

C$ 1,032

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 7/4

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

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/5

8:10 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops37h 08m

C$ 1,058
Quickest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 15/4

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

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

8:10 p.m.-11:22 p.m.

2 stops18h 12m

C$ 1,058

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/4

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

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/5

6:25 p.m.-4:33 p.m.

2 stops37h 08m

C$ 1,064

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 26/4

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

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/5

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

2 stops25h 46m

C$ 1,091

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/4

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

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/6

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

1 stop19h 13m

C$ 1,094

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/5

3:15 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 19/5

12:10 p.m.-1:53 p.m.

2 stops40h 43m

C$ 1,102

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of C$ 769). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,004). 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 Intl 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 17 March 2026.

When flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Intl Airport 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 17 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai, such as Korean Air,Cathay Pacific, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,208 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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
142 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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
10,807 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

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  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in 25h 30m. Fly via Korean Air, United Airlines, or Hong Kong Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 9032 km between Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai round-trip from C$ 796. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from C$ 811, and XiamenAir, from C$ 820. Hong Kong Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    C$ 407 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hainan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on XiamenAir and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 440 and C$ 484, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of C$ 769). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,004). 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
Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 770AverageC$ 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 796AverageC$ 1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 811AverageC$ 1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 820AverageC$ 1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 825AverageC$ 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 831AverageC$ 1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestC$ 846AverageC$ 1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 928AverageC$ 1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 960AverageC$ 1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 966AverageC$ 1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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