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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai, China from C$ 627

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 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,127

One-way from

C$ 627

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,502
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 31/1-13/2
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 27/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
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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 17 January 2025.

Thu 30/112:40 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop30h 10mXiamenAir
Thu 13/210:10 a.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop23h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,125
Fri 14/21:00 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop15h 25mKorean Air
Fri 21/22:00 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop17h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,138
Thu 30/13:15 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop38h 10mANA
Wed 12/22:30 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop27h 15mANA
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,144
Thu 30/13:15 p.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop29h 10mANA
Tue 11/21:40 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop16h 05mANA
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,145
Tue 25/29:30 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Thu 27/37:05 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop18h 49mDelta
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,145
Sat 1/211:40 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/21:30 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,156
Thu 30/111:40 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/25:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
Nonstop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,158
Tue 28/111:15 a.m.YVR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mAir Canada
Thu 13/25:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
Nonstop10h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,161
Wed 29/112:10 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop25h 00mKorean Air
Tue 11/26:25 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop32h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,166
Sat 1/211:15 a.m.YVR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mAir China
Fri 7/25:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
Nonstop10h 20mAir China
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,174
Mon 20/12:30 p.m.YVR - PVG
2 stops36h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/28:25 p.m.PVG - YVR
2 stops32h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,314
Wed 29/112:05 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop23h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/21:35 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop23h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,319

Find flights from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai within your budget

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 17 January 2025.

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VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/2

12:40 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/2

9:45 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop35h 55m

C$ 1,131

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Fri 14/2

1:00 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/2

2:00 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop17h 20m

C$ 1,138

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 23/2

7:00 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop17h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/3

7:05 p.m.-6:34 p.m.

1 stop14h 29m

C$ 1,144

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/1

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

1 stop38h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/2

2:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

1 stop27h 15m

C$ 1,148

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/1

3:15 p.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/2

1:40 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

1 stop16h 05m

C$ 1,153

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Sat 1/2

11:40 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/2

1:30 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop16h 35m

C$ 1,156

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/1

11:40 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

1 stop30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/2

5:50 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

Nonstop10h 20m

C$ 1,158

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/1

11:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/2

5:50 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

Nonstop10h 20m

C$ 1,161

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 29/1

12:10 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/2

6:25 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

1 stop32h 45m

C$ 1,163

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 24/2

12:40 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/3

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

1 stop20h 15m

C$ 1,167

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 88 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.

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$ 1,242). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 YVR to PVG?

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 17 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Intl Airport to Shanghai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport 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.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from YVR to CN2 are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Air Canada. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
737 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
8,511 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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 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.

  • 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$ 1,127. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are XiamenAir, from C$ 1,131, and Korean Air, from C$ 1,138. Air Canada 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$ 627 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Korean Air and United Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 653 and C$ 658, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    The cheapest flight price from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai is C$ 626. On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,654. The most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for C$ 956.

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

    Of the flights from Vancouver Intl Airport 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?

    Taipei City travelers tend to visit Songshan Cultural Creative Park, Linjiang Street Night Market, and Taipei 101 more than anywhere else. Songshan Cultural Creative Park, Linjiang Street Night Market, and Taipei 101 can be visited by travelling about 33.2 km, 32.6 km, and 33.8 km respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Taipei City can rent a car from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about C$ 59 per day.

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

    Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai flights have a layover in Tokyo the least frequently.

  • 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$ 1,242). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 822AverageC$ 1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 842AverageC$ 1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 949AverageC$ 1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 1,208AverageC$ 1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,234AverageC$ 1,967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,246AverageC$ 1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,267AverageC$ 1,846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,295AverageC$ 2,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,339AverageC$ 1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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China AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,354AverageC$ 1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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