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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai, China from C$ 539

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Sunday 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 6 August 2026.

Sun 30/811:15 a.m. -
Nonstop11h 50m
Tue 15/93:55 p.m. -
Nonstop10h 25m
Deal found 6/8C$ 951
Tue 1/97:00 a.m. -
2 stops19h 45m
Mon 21/98:10 p.m. -
2 stops18h 12m
Deal found 2/8C$ 954
Mon 9/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop23h 45m
Thu 26/116:10 p.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 1/8C$ 956
Fri 4/912:35 a.m. -
1 stop17h 45m
Fri 18/92:50 p.m. -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 2/8C$ 962
Sun 30/812:55 p.m. -
1 stop29h 45m
Tue 15/93:55 p.m. -
Nonstop10h 25m
Deal found 6/8C$ 963
Thu 27/812:30 a.m. -
1 stop19h 10m
Mon 14/911:55 a.m. -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 3/8C$ 966
Thu 12/111:05 a.m. -
1 stop23h 45m
Thu 26/116:10 p.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 1/8C$ 973
Fri 28/82:50 p.m. -
1 stop14h 20m
Tue 15/98:50 a.m. -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 3/8C$ 973
Mon 31/82:50 p.m. -
1 stop14h 20m
Wed 30/91:40 p.m. -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 4/8C$ 980
Fri 18/910:50 a.m. -
Nonstop12h 15m
Thu 1/103:55 p.m. -
Nonstop10h 25m
Deal found 6/8C$ 983
Thu 1/107:20 p.m. -
2 stops31h 25m
Mon 5/1012:10 p.m. -
1 stop37h 38m
Deal found 2/8C$ 989
Fri 11/910:50 a.m. -
Nonstop12h 15m
Mon 14/96:50 p.m. -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 6/8C$ 992

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 954

One-way from

C$ 539

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,489
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/9-21/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 57m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Korean Air
  • Korean Air
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 34 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 6 August 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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Cheapest round-trip

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 31/8

2:55 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/9

12:10 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops21h 08m

C$ 1,101

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sat 19/9

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

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 29/9

12:10 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops21h 08m

C$ 1,102

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 21/9

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

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/9

12:10 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop23h 49m

C$ 1,102

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

9:15 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 22/12

4:35 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop21h 00m

C$ 1,112

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/11

9:30 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

11:20 a.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop21h 20m

C$ 1,136

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/9

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

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 24/9

1:20 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop33h 20m

C$ 1,136

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 25/10

5:30 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

2 stops25h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/11

2:00 p.m.-2:15 a.m.

2 stops27h 15m

C$ 1,170

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/9

12:40 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 22/12

4:35 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop21h 00m

C$ 1,212

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/11

1:05 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/11

1:35 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop24h 00m

C$ 1,212

VancouverShanghai

YVR Vancouver Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 29/9

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

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 20/1

8:55 p.m.-1:22 p.m.

1 stop31h 27m

C$ 1,227

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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$ 968). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,522). 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 6 August 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai flights typically cost between C$ 1,213 and C$ 1,809 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 954 on United Airlines (1 Sep-21 Sep).

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 140 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 16% of flights being delayed.

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.

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 6 August 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
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

ICN - ORD

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

ICN - ORD

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,439 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

ICN - ORD

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Air China
7.4
Good
160 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

ICN - ORD

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,431 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

ICN - ORD

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!
Hong Kong Airlines
6.3
Okay
31 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2024

ICN - ORD

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in 20h 40m. Fly via United Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Korean Air 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$ 754. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hong Kong Airlines, from C$ 800, and Korean Air, from C$ 814. Cathay Pacific is 39% 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$ 417 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 Philippine Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 451 and C$ 489, 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$ 968). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,522). 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 Intl to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 754AverageC$ 1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 794AverageC$ 1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 814AverageC$ 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 837AverageC$ 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapestC$ 837AverageC$ 1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 846AverageC$ 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 952AverageC$ 1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 956AverageC$ 1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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ANACheapestC$ 1,053AverageC$ 1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,053AverageC$ 1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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