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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai, China from C$ 498

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
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 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 29 January 2026.

Fri 4/92:20 p.m.
YVR
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PVG
1 stop31h 05m
Korean Air
Fri 6/112:00 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop13h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 28/1C$ 842
Mon 13/41:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop29h 25m
Hong Kong Airlines
Thu 23/44:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 20m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 844
Mon 6/41:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 25m
Hong Kong Airlines
Wed 22/411:55 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop23h 20m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 848
Mon 6/41:30 a.m.
YVR
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PVG
1 stop31h 25m
Hong Kong Airlines
Sun 10/59:15 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop26h 00m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 862
Sun 18/1012:55 a.m.
YVR
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SHA
1 stop25h 10m
Korean Air
Fri 30/106:25 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop32h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 26/1C$ 866
Thu 21/512:30 a.m.
YVR
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PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 4/63:10 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop21h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 866
Sun 6/912:55 a.m.
YVR
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SHA
1 stop25h 10m
Korean Air
Mon 9/116:25 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop32h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 28/1C$ 867
Thu 3/912:55 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop25h 10m
Korean Air
Thu 12/116:25 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop32h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 28/1C$ 869
Mon 13/41:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop23h 10m
Hong Kong Airlines
Wed 20/54:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 20m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 869
Tue 8/912:55 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop25h 10m
Korean Air
Tue 10/116:25 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop32h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 28/1C$ 872
Wed 29/41:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop18h 10m
Hong Kong Airlines
Sun 17/54:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 20m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 873
Thu 2/41:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop31h 25m
Hong Kong Airlines
Tue 21/47:35 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop27h 40m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 874

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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 842

One-way from

C$ 498

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,047
Korean Air
  • Korean Air
  • 18/4-27/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 25m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Philippine Airlines
  • Philippine Airlines
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 256 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 51 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 29 January 2026.
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Vancouver Intl

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 17/2

7:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/2

8:55 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop30h 35m

C$ 995

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 19/4

12:55 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop28h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

8:50 a.m.-11:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 50m

C$ 1,001

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/4

7:55 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

2 stops21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 28/9

11:10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop20h 20m

C$ 1,005

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 18/4

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

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/10

11:10 a.m.-4:51 p.m.

2 stops20h 41m

C$ 1,005

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 20/4

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

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/9

11:10 a.m.-2:08 p.m.

2 stops17h 58m

C$ 1,005

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/3

7:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/3

1:30 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop22h 48m

C$ 1,025

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/3

7:00 a.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

1:30 p.m.-11:06 p.m.

2 stops24h 36m

C$ 1,025

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/3

7:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

1:30 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop15h 05m

C$ 1,026

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/2

7:00 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/2

1:30 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop23h 48m

C$ 1,030

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/3

7:00 a.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops43h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

1:30 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop15h 05m

C$ 1,033

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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 23 January 2026.

Booking 86 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$ 763). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,003). 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 29 January 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 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 173 minutes.

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

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

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

Saturday 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 15% 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 29 January 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
1,188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
1,188 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
1,148 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
10,666 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
27 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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 19h 45m. Fly via United Airlines, Korean Air, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. There are 9011 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$ 785. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from C$ 804, and XiamenAir, from C$ 813. Hong Kong Airlines is 38% 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$ 403 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 Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from C$ 436 and C$ 518, 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$ 763). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,003). 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$ 763AverageC$ 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 789AverageC$ 1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 804AverageC$ 1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 813AverageC$ 1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 818AverageC$ 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 838AverageC$ 1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestC$ 839AverageC$ 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 958AverageC$ 1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 958AverageC$ 1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 985AverageC$ 1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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