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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai, China from C$ 563

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SHA
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai are usually found in April or May, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 958

One-way from

C$ 563

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 1,375
Hong Kong Airlines
  • Hong Kong Airlines
  • 27/5-4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 15m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (C$ 63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 69 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Tue 27/511:00 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop19h 55mHong Kong Airlines
Fri 4/711:55 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop23h 20mHong Kong Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 958
Tue 27/511:00 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop40h 00mHong Kong Airlines
Fri 4/77:15 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop16h 00mHong Kong Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 969
Sun 31/83:05 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop17h 50mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/119:30 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/4C$ 980
Wed 24/99:00 a.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop20h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 22/101:20 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop23h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4C$ 998
Mon 1/1211:15 a.m.YVR - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mAir Canada
Tue 9/125:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
Nonstop10h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 15/4C$ 1,076
Mon 8/910:50 a.m.YVR - PVG
Nonstop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/101:15 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 1,078
Thu 29/512:30 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop22h 20mSichuan Airlines
Mon 16/63:10 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop21h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 1,087
Wed 4/62:50 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop14h 20mKorean Air
Wed 18/68:50 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop22h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 14/4C$ 1,121
Mon 8/94:45 p.m.YVR - SHA
1 stop28h 30mANA
Thu 20/111:40 p.m.SHA - YVR
1 stop16h 05mANA
Deal found 14/4C$ 1,122
Mon 8/94:45 p.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop16h 50mANA
Sun 12/101:35 a.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop28h 15mANA
Deal found 15/4C$ 1,122
Mon 15/92:00 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop25h 35mChina Airlines
Wed 24/97:50 p.m.PVG - YVR
1 stop14h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 1,140
Tue 2/127:00 a.m.YVR - PVG
1 stop19h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/128:25 p.m.PVG - YVR
2 stops37h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 1,150

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/5

11:00 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/7

11:55 a.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop23h 20m

C$ 958

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 30/9

1:50 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/10

7:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop16h 00m

C$ 959

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Sun 31/8

3:05 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/11

9:30 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop27h 05m

C$ 980

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 24/9

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

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/10

1:20 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop23h 05m

C$ 998

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/9

10:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

Nonstop12h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/10

1:15 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop13h 10m

C$ 1,078

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Thu 29/5

12:30 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/6

3:10 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop21h 35m

C$ 1,087

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 17/9

10:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

Nonstop12h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/10

3:55 p.m.-11:35 a.m.

Nonstop10h 40m

C$ 1,107

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/6

2:50 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/6

8:50 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop22h 55m

C$ 1,121

VancouverShanghai

YVR - SHA

YVRSHA

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/9

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

1 stop28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/11

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

1 stop16h 05m

C$ 1,122

VancouverShanghai

YVR - PVG

YVRPVG

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/9

4:45 p.m.-12:35 a.m.

1 stop16h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 20/11

8:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

1 stop21h 15m

C$ 1,122

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai

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 11 April 2025.

Booking 25 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,202). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,677). 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 15 April 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 morning could potentially save you up to 24% 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 Wednesday mornings 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 15 April 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 Japan Airlines. 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

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
1,176 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

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
1,063 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

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
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

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
841 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

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
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

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

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  • 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$ 958. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from C$ 983, and Sichuan Airlines, from C$ 1,087. Hong Kong Airlines is 42% 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$ 563 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hong Kong Airlines and Hainan Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 584 and C$ 588, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai is C$ 656. On average you can expect to pay C$ 4,524. The most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for C$ 791.

  • 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 Tokyo.

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

    Tokyo travelers tend to visit Akihabara Electric Town, Toyosu Market, and Tokyo Tower more than anywhere else. Akihabara Electric Town, Toyosu Market, and Tokyo Tower can be visited by travelling about 16.6 km, 10.4 km, and 12.6 km respectively from Tokyo Haneda. Those looking to explore during their layover in Tokyo can rent a car from Tokyo Haneda for about C$ 76 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 Taipei City 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of C$ 1,202). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,677). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hong Kong AirlinesCheapestC$ 808AverageC$ 1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 921AverageC$ 1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 960AverageC$ 1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,034AverageC$ 1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 1,101AverageC$ 1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,102AverageC$ 1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapestC$ 1,120AverageC$ 1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,154AverageC$ 1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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ANACheapestC$ 1,173AverageC$ 1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,173AverageC$ 1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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