On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Vancouver to Shanghai. The 9,045 km journey is operated on average 6 times a week, making it easy to find a convenient departure date.
Regular flights on this route are provided by Air Canada and China Eastern Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and the price trend chart to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Vancouver → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 11 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by Air Canada and China Eastern. Departures from Vancouver International Airport, Abbotsford Airport and Coal Harbour Seaplane Base airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Vancouver — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,332 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,816 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
The climate in Shanghai is characterized by hot summers with temperatures reaching 32°C in July and August, along with a distinct rainy season that peaks in June. The coldest month is January, when average lows drop to 2.2°C.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable month to fly is September, with prices starting AED 1,332. Peak ticket prices are recorded in March — starting AED 1,912, and February — starting AED 1,843.
September is considered the optimal time for booking, offering a great combination of affordable prices and pleasant weather. It is best to avoid June due to the highest annual rainfall.
Flights between Vancouver and Shanghai are served by two main airlines: Air Canada and China Eastern Airlines. There are approximately 6 regular flights per week on this route, including direct options. You can review the detailed schedule and choose a suitable carrier from the list below.
Flights Vancouver — Shanghai depart from Vancouver International Airport, Abbotsford Airport and Coal Harbour Seaplane Base and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time for a distance of 9,045 km is approximately 10 hours and 40 minutes. Travel time may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and aircraft type.
Regular flights are operated by Air Canada and China Eastern Airlines. Connecting flight options from other international carriers are also available on this route.
Yes, there is a direct air link between the cities. On average, there are about 6 flights per week.
Flights from Vancouver arrive at Shanghai International Airport. Information on how to get from the airport to the city center is available on our website.
To find the best deals, we recommend booking tickets 2–3 months before your trip and using the price search tools on this page.
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