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Cheap flights from Calgary to Shanghai, China from C$ 594

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — SHA
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Calgary to Shanghai are usually found in January or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Calgary to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,458

One-way from

C$ 594

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,641
10/2-18/2
  • 10/2-18/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 17m total
  • Calgary to Shanghai
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18/2
  • 18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Calgary to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 67 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Find flight deals from Calgary to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Calgary to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Mon 10/23:50 p.m.YYC - PVG
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/22:20 a.m.PVG - YYC
2 stops34h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,458
Mon 1/912:00 p.m.YYC - PVG
2 stops18h 10mKorean Air
Mon 15/911:10 a.m.PVG - YYC
2 stops23h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 19/1C$ 1,477
Sun 23/212:40 p.m.YYC - PVG
2 stops37h 15mDelta
Tue 18/37:05 p.m.PVG - YYC
2 stops30h 30mDelta
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,521
Sun 23/26:14 a.m.YYC - PVG
2 stops45h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/31:30 p.m.PVG - YYC
1 stop36h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,550
Sun 2/311:00 a.m.YYC - SHA
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/31:40 p.m.SHA - YYC
2 stops20h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,600
Sun 23/29:45 p.m.YYC - SHA
2 stops26h 35mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/34:35 p.m.SHA - YYC
2 stops37h 41mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,649
Sat 19/47:00 p.m.YYC - SHA
2 stops32h 05mKorean Air
Sun 27/46:25 p.m.SHA - YYC
1 stop35h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,762
Mon 17/210:00 a.m.YYC - SHA
2 stops20h 40mAir China
Mon 3/311:30 a.m.SHA - YYC
2 stops19h 10mAir China
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,890
Fri 21/39:25 p.m.YYC - PVG
2 stops28h 35mAir Canada
Sun 13/43:55 p.m.PVG - YYC
1 stop16h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,917
Wed 22/16:29 a.m.YYC - PVG
1 stop42h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 29/16:10 p.m.PVG - YYC
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,969
Fri 21/38:00 a.m.YYC - PVG
2 stops42h 50mLufthansa
Sat 12/41:00 a.m.PVG - YYC
2 stops28h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 21/1C$ 2,203
Sat 8/37:20 p.m.YYC - SHA
3 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/31:30 p.m.SHA - YYC
2 stops36h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 2,389

Find flights from Calgary to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Calgary 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 21 January 2025.

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CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Mon 10/2

3:50 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/2

2:20 a.m.-9:52 p.m.

2 stops34h 32m

C$ 1,458

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Fri 18/4

9:45 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/5

1:40 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

2 stops21h 20m

C$ 1,490

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sun 23/2

12:40 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops37h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/3

7:05 p.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops30h 30m

C$ 1,521

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sun 23/2

6:14 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops45h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/3

1:30 p.m.-12:28 p.m.

1 stop36h 58m

C$ 1,550

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sat 8/3

9:00 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops44h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/3

10:30 p.m.-4:16 p.m.

2 stops55h 46m

C$ 1,574

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sun 2/3

11:00 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops34h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/3

1:40 p.m.-8:16 p.m.

2 stops20h 36m

C$ 1,600

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Sat 19/4

7:00 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

2 stops32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 27/4

6:25 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop35h 45m

C$ 1,762

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - SHA

YYCSHA

Calgary

Mon 17/2

10:00 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops20h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/3

11:30 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

2 stops19h 10m

C$ 1,890

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Fri 21/3

9:25 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 13/4

3:55 p.m.-6:23 p.m.

1 stop16h 28m

C$ 1,917

CalgaryShanghai

YYC - PVG

YYCPVG

Calgary

Sat 19/4

12:45 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop36h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 27/4

5:00 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop32h 45m

C$ 1,980

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Best time to book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Calgary with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Calgary to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Calgary to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Calgary to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Calgary to Shanghai is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,242). Flying from Calgary to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,715). 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 YYC to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Calgary 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 21 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Calgary to Shanghai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Calgary to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Calgary to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Calgary to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 21 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Calgary to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Calgary to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Calgary to Shanghai?

    Calgary (YYC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Calgary; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Calgary airport to Shanghai. It is only a 9.3 km journey to Calgary (YYC) from Calgary’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Calgary to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Calgary to Shanghai round-trip from C$ 1,490. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from C$ 1,521, and United Airlines, from C$ 1,550. Korean Air is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Calgary to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 671. Users have also found prices from C$ 859 and C$ 872 on XiamenAir and Korean Air, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Calgary to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Calgary 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 Calgary to Shanghai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,242). Flying from Calgary to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,715). 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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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,461AverageC$ 2,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 1,566AverageC$ 2,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EVA AirCheapestC$ 1,575AverageC$ 1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,582AverageC$ 2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,604AverageC$ 2,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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