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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai, China from C$ 573

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
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 Sunday 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 5 May 2026.

Mon 7/912:30 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 3/124:40 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop19h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/5C$ 1,136
Tue 1/97:00 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
2 stops50h 45m
ANA
Tue 15/128:30 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop21h 15m
ANA
Deal found 3/5C$ 1,137
Tue 22/910:50 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
Nonstop12h 15m
Air Canada
Tue 6/103:55 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
Nonstop10h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/5C$ 1,139
Tue 22/910:50 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
Nonstop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:15 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5C$ 1,143
Sun 1/111:10 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 25m
Korean Air
Thu 12/1111:20 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop21h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/5C$ 1,144
Sun 22/111:10 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop19h 25m
Korean Air
Wed 25/112:00 p.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop18h 40m
Korean Air
Deal found 30/4C$ 1,146
Mon 11/51:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop22h 25m
Hong Kong Airlines
Wed 10/64:10 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop19h 05m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 1,148
Sat 9/51:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
1 stop25h 30m
Hong Kong Airlines
Sun 7/64:10 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop19h 05m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 3/5C$ 1,150
Sun 1/111:10 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 15m
Korean Air
Wed 18/118:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop19h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/5C$ 1,150
Thu 3/97:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SHA
2 stops38h 15m
ANA
Thu 3/121:40 p.m.
SHA
-
YVR
1 stop16h 05m
ANA
Deal found 3/5C$ 1,151
Thu 3/97:00 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
2 stops26h 45m
ANA
Thu 3/128:30 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
1 stop21h 15m
ANA
Deal found 3/5C$ 1,151
Tue 17/111:10 a.m.
YVR
-
PVG
1 stop27h 15m
Korean Air
Thu 3/128:50 a.m.
PVG
-
YVR
2 stops23h 00m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/5C$ 1,154

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,136

One-way from

C$ 573

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,193
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 7/9-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 305 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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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

Thu 4/6

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

10:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop29h 30m

C$ 1,337

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/6

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

10:30 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

1 stop24h 40m

C$ 1,337

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/6

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/6

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

1 stop23h 30m

C$ 1,337

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 15/7

9:55 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/7

4:50 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

1 stop30h 20m

C$ 1,341

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/6

9:55 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 25/6

10:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop29h 30m

C$ 1,373

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 14/7

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/7

10:30 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

1 stop24h 40m

C$ 1,377

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Sat 17/10

2:10 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/11

4:35 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

C$ 1,400

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Sun 23/8

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/9

10:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop29h 30m

C$ 1,407
Quickest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/7

2:55 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/7

7:20 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

1 stop15h 50m

C$ 1,411

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 19/8

9:55 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/9

4:50 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

C$ 1,461

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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?

Booking 61 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of C$ 728). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,046). 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 5 May 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 16% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 154 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?

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 5 May 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
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

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
1,216 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

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
1,313 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

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
148 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

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
10,998 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

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
6.3
Okay
32 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

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 30h 10m. Fly via Cathay Pacific or United 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$ 735. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hong Kong Airlines, from C$ 775, and China Southern, from C$ 806. Cathay Pacific is 42% 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$ 404 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$ 437 and C$ 481, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of C$ 728). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,046). 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
Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 735AverageC$ 1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 775AverageC$ 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 806AverageC$ 1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 810AverageC$ 1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 811AverageC$ 1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 820AverageC$ 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestC$ 841AverageC$ 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 922AverageC$ 1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 954AverageC$ 1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,020AverageC$ 1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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