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Cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, China from C$ 741

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SHA
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Toronto to Shanghai are usually found in February or January, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Toronto to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Toronto (YTO) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,444

One-way from

C$ 741

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,819
8/5-24/5
  • 8/5-24/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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  • 2/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 25m total
  • Toronto to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Toronto to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Tue 13/57:00 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/69:35 a.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops32h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,434
Wed 17/91:40 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop32h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/106:55 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,435
Mon 31/37:40 p.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/412:50 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,463
Sat 26/47:15 a.m.YYZ - SHA
2 stops40h 10mJapan Airlines
Wed 28/512:50 p.m.SHA - YYZ
2 stops22h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 23/3C$ 1,491
Mon 1/127:05 a.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops47h 35mJapan Airlines
Wed 10/128:50 a.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops26h 01mJapan Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,504
Tue 25/36:00 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Wed 18/65:30 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops33h 11mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,511
Wed 3/97:25 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops31h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 17/95:00 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop31h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,514
Wed 23/45:30 p.m.YYZ - PVG
2 stops36h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/58:10 p.m.PVG - YYZ
2 stops25h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,526
Thu 25/912:45 p.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop38h 15mEgyptair
Sun 12/1011:55 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop43h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,547
Thu 25/910:35 a.m.YYZ - PVG
1 stop19h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/107:05 p.m.PVG - YYZ
1 stop22h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,606
Wed 15/1010:35 a.m.YYZ - SHA
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/111:35 p.m.SHA - YYZ
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,606
Mon 31/38:35 p.m.YKF - PVG
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/49:35 a.m.PVG - YKF
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,632

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Toronto 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 25 March 2025.
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Toronto

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 13/5

7:00 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/6

9:35 a.m.-5:47 a.m.

2 stops32h 12m

C$ 1,434

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 17/9

1:40 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

6:55 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

1 stop26h 05m

C$ 1,435

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 25/8

10:30 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops45h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/9

10:00 a.m.-9:34 p.m.

2 stops23h 34m

C$ 1,504

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 23/4

7:15 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops40h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/5

12:50 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

2 stops22h 10m

C$ 1,504

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 24/4

6:00 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/6

3:45 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop19h 13m

C$ 1,511

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 3/9

7:25 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops31h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/9

5:00 p.m.-12:43 p.m.

1 stop31h 43m

C$ 1,514

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 23/4

6:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/5

8:10 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

2 stops22h 50m

C$ 1,526

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 20/5

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

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/5

1:35 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

2 stops23h 09m

C$ 1,537

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 7/5

3:30 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/7

5:40 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

1 stop24h 05m

C$ 1,606

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 18/5

1:50 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop25h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/6

1:20 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

1 stop28h 25m

C$ 1,610

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Toronto to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Toronto to Shanghai is 6 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 Toronto to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,220). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,688). 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 YTO to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Toronto 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 25 March 2025.

When flying from Toronto to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Toronto to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Toronto to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,047 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
ANA
8.3
Very good
825 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
723 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Japan Airlines (C$ 1,491), American Airlines (C$ 1,520), and United Airlines (C$ 1,526) offers the cheapest pricing from Toronto to Shanghai. Japan Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 741 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from C$ 742 and American Airlines from C$ 775 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Toronto to Shanghai?

    The most popular route from Toronto to Shanghai is Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Toronto Island - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 750. While the most popular route (Toronto Pearson Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for C$ 1,337 on average our data indicates C$ 3,541 when flying from Toronto to Shanghai.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Toronto to Shanghai?

    Most of the time, Toronto to Shanghai flights that have layovers will stop in Vancouver. Incheon sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Toronto to Shanghai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Vancouver?

    The majority of Vancouver visitors spend their time at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver Harbour Centre, and Orpheum Theatre. Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver Harbour Centre, and Orpheum Theatre can be accessed by travelling approximately 10.7 km, 11.1 km, and 10.4 km, respectively from Vancouver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Vancouver Intl for an average daily rate of C$ 52 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Toronto to Shanghai flights?

    Toronto to Shanghai flights have a layover in Taipei City least often.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,220). Flying from Toronto to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,688). 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 Toronto to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Toronto 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 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestC$ 1,228AverageC$ 1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,348AverageC$ 1,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,392AverageC$ 1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,392AverageC$ 1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,414AverageC$ 1,616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,450AverageC$ 1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestC$ 1,477AverageC$ 2,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,489AverageC$ 1,777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,508AverageC$ 1,782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EgyptairCheapestC$ 1,533AverageC$ 1,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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