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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Shanghai, China from C$ 624

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,122

One-way from

C$ 624

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,460
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 9/4-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 20m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 477 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 66 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Sun 21/94:45 p.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop28h 30mANA
Thu 9/101:35 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop16h 15mANA
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,118
Sun 21/94:45 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop36h 55mANA
Tue 7/101:35 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop28h 15mANA
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,118
Wed 9/412:30 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop20h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/91:20 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,122
Wed 9/412:30 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop19h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/97:05 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,122
Thu 6/311:10 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop24h 05mSichuan Airlines
Thu 13/34:30 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop20h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,129
Thu 20/212:15 p.m.YVR - PVG
2 stops36h 40mDelta
Thu 6/37:05 p.m.PVG - YVR
2 stops32h 20mDelta
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,142
Fri 23/52:30 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop14h 40mKorean Air
Sat 21/611:10 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop20h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,145
Thu 20/21:00 p.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop36h 10mKorean Air
Thu 6/36:25 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop32h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,151
Wed 10/92:05 p.m.YVR - PVG
2 stops30h 40mJapan Airlines
Wed 24/910:00 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop16h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,158
Thu 20/211:15 a.m.YVR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mAir Canada
Thu 6/35:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
Nonstop10h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,182
Thu 10/47:00 a.m.YVR - PVG
2 stops19h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/912:10 p.m.PVG - YVR
2 stops25h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,212
Thu 20/212:05 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/35:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
Nonstop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,225

Find flights from Vancouver to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 20 February 2025.

Fly from

Vancouver

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/4

12:30 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/9

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

1 stop23h 30m

C$ 1,122

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/4

12:30 a.m.-11:05 a.m.

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/9

7:05 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop17h 45m

C$ 1,122

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 6/3

11:10 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/3

4:30 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop20h 15m

C$ 1,129

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 19/3

9:19 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop16h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 28/3

7:05 p.m.-8:29 a.m.

1 stop28h 24m

C$ 1,142

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/4

1:00 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop25h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/9

6:25 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

C$ 1,169

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 26/2

3:15 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop38h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/3

2:30 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops49h 10m

C$ 1,173

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/4

1:00 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop28h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/9

1:40 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 1,175

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 15/4

4:45 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/5

1:35 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop16h 15m

C$ 1,192

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 18/4

1:50 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

2 stops30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/5

9:05 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop17h 25m

C$ 1,202

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/4

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

2 stops19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/9

12:10 p.m.-10:31 p.m.

2 stops25h 21m

C$ 1,212

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,233). Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,714). 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 PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 20 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Vancouver to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 20 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, Korean Air and ANA. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,039 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver to Shanghai round-trip from C$ 1,122. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Sichuan Airlines, from C$ 1,129, and Delta, from C$ 1,142. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver to Shanghai are Sichuan Airlines (C$ 624), Philippine Airlines (C$ 636), and United Airlines (C$ 646).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Shanghai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Vancouver to Shanghai? While on average our users pay C$ 1,120, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 733. The most popular route (Vancouver Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around C$ 1,124.

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

    Of the flights from Vancouver to Shanghai that have layovers, most of them stop in Taipei City.

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

    If you're on a layover in Taipei City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Songshan Cultural Creative Park, Linjiang Street Night Market, or Beitou Museum. Songshan Cultural Creative Park, Linjiang Street Night Market and Beitou Museum are located about 33.2 km, 32.6 km, and 29.1 km, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Taipei City can rent a car from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about C$ 82 per day.

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

    Vancouver to Shanghai flights have a layover in Tokyo least often.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver 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 to Shanghai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,233). Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,714). 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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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 813AverageC$ 1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 822AverageC$ 1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 941AverageC$ 1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapestC$ 966AverageC$ 1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 1,125AverageC$ 1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,126AverageC$ 1,844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 1,196AverageC$ 1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,200AverageC$ 1,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,204AverageC$ 1,876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,212AverageC$ 1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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