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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Shanghai, China from C$ 761

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — SHA
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,708

One-way from

C$ 761

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 2,628
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/2-18/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 13m total
  • Ottawa to Shanghai
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26/1
  • 26/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 31/126:20 a.m.YOW - PVG
2 stops47h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/11:30 p.m.PVG - YOW
2 stops61h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 2,244
Tue 31/126:00 a.m.YOW - PVG
3 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/18:25 p.m.PVG - YOW
2 stops31h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 2,861
Tue 31/126:00 a.m.YOW - PVG
1 stop21h 00mAir Canada
Tue 7/15:50 p.m.PVG - YOW
1 stop24h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 17/12C$ 3,118
Tue 17/125:20 p.m.YOW - PVG
1 stop36h 45mAir France
Wed 8/110:05 p.m.PVG - YOW
1 stop30h 05mAir France
Deal found 17/12C$ 3,375
Tue 31/125:55 a.m.YOW - SHA
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/11:35 p.m.SHA - YOW
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 3,898
Fri 20/126:00 a.m.YOW - SHA
2 stops38h 55mAir China
Thu 9/19:30 p.m.SHA - YOW
2 stops44h 27mAir China
Deal found 17/12C$ 4,255
Sat 21/125:20 p.m.YOW - PVG
2 stops27h 05mKLM
Sat 4/111:25 a.m.PVG - YOW
2 stops40h 45mKLM
Deal found 18/12C$ 4,796
Sat 21/125:55 a.m.YOW - PVG
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Fri 3/112:00 p.m.PVG - YOW
1 stop25h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12C$ 5,053
Wed 18/127:05 p.m.YOW - SHA
2 stops32h 25mEVA Air
Thu 16/17:40 p.m.SHA - YOW
2 stops41h 07mEVA Air
Deal found 16/12C$ 5,410
Fri 20/126:00 a.m.YOW - PVG
2 stops28h 20mAir China
Mon 6/17:00 p.m.PVG - YOW
2 stops46h 57mAir China
Deal found 18/12C$ 5,697
Sun 22/128:15 p.m.YOW - PVG
2 stops24h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/11:45 p.m.PVG - YOW
2 stops40h 37mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12C$ 5,724
Sat 21/128:15 p.m.YOW - SHA
2 stops27h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 2/11:35 p.m.SHA - YOW
2 stops23h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12C$ 5,956

Find flights from Ottawa to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa 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 18 December 2024.

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OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 18/2

7:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops34h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/3

1:30 p.m.-10:28 a.m.

2 stops32h 58m

C$ 1,708

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Tue 18/2

6:00 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops41h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/3

1:40 p.m.-4:57 a.m.

2 stops27h 17m

C$ 1,874

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 18/2

6:00 a.m.-1:15 a.m.

2 stops30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/3

2:30 a.m.-4:57 a.m.

2 stops38h 27m

C$ 1,874

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Sun 26/1

6:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/2

5:50 p.m.-4:57 a.m.

1 stop24h 07m

C$ 1,880

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 18/2

6:00 a.m.-1:15 a.m.

2 stops30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/3

1:30 p.m.-1:23 p.m.

3 stops35h 53m

C$ 1,900

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Tue 14/1

6:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/2

5:50 p.m.-4:57 a.m.

1 stop24h 07m

C$ 2,038

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Tue 14/1

6:00 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops26h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 14/2

11:30 a.m.-4:57 a.m.

2 stops30h 27m

C$ 2,144

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Tue 1/4

6:00 a.m.-8:05 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/4

8:55 a.m.-4:57 a.m.

2 stops32h 02m

C$ 2,151

OttawaShanghai

YOW - SHA

YOWSHA

Ottawa

Thu 16/1

8:15 p.m.-12:20 p.m.

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/2

1:35 p.m.-12:09 a.m.

2 stops23h 34m

C$ 2,854

OttawaShanghai

YOW - PVG

YOWPVG

Ottawa

Mon 21/4

5:15 p.m.-5:55 p.m.

1 stop36h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/5

9:40 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops38h 42m

C$ 2,955

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Shanghai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,303). Flying from Ottawa 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 YOW to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa 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 18 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Ottawa to Shanghai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons 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 18 December 2024.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to Shanghai. On average, Ottawa has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 4 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

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

    United Airlines, at C$ 1,708, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include ANA and Air Canada. Users have found that United Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 1,177. Users have also found prices from C$ 1,281 and C$ 2,100 on Air Canada and Air France, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,303). Flying from Ottawa 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,757AverageC$ 2,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,862AverageC$ 2,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EVA AirCheapestC$ 2,129AverageC$ 2,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 3,012AverageC$ 3,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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