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Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Alternative Shanghai to Vancouver routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai to Vancouver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$1,479
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Vancouver Boundary Bay, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, and Nanaimo Harbour.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Vancouver is C$1,479. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Vancouver.
Air China, Air Canada and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Vancouver.
There are 9 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Vancouver, as of May 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Vancouver is usually June.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the center of Vancouver. We've found flights to this airport from C$1,479.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Vancouver on Sunday, June 16, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver is Japan Airlines, and the cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver International Airport is Air Canada.

Flying out of Shanghai

Your trip from Shanghai to Vancouver will start at Pudong International Airport, located 29 miles outside of the city. Airlines that fly from Shanghai to Vancouver are Air Canada, Air China, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, KLM, Lufthansa, Delta, Asiana Airlines and more. Flight time is approximately 10 hours and 30 minutes.

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For this international flight, it’s recommended that you arrive at least three hours before the scheduled take-off.

Vancouver Airport

Vancouver International Airport is located in Richmond, British Columbia, about 8 miles from downtown and is the second busiest airport in Canada.

The airport features a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops where you can find anything you might need from fashion to pharmaceuticals and souvenirs. The airport has several banks and ATMs, a quiet area, a chapel, various lounges and more. Should you need information, feel free to approach any of the 12 customer care counters. Staff can be recognized by their green jackets.

To get from the airport to downtown you can catch the Canada Line train which leaves every seven minutes, one of the many hotel shuttles, or get a taxi just outside the arrivals hall. Alternatively, you can arrange for a private car with Skyscanner car rentaltool.

Tips for Traveling to Vancouver

When arriving in Vancouver you will be asked to present a valid passport.

If you want to save some money, visit one of the many parks and gardens. Entry is free. To get around the city, rent a bike.

When visiting the Vancouver Art Gallery, go on a Tuesday after 5:00 p.m. At that day and time admission is by donation only instead of $20.

Forego the restaurants and get meals from a food truck. These trucks can be found all over the city and are an excellent way to sample various dishes at a low price.

Go skiing at night when lift tickets are discounted.

Don’t forget to book a hotel. Make arrangements quickly and easily at Skyscanner’s hotel page.

Attractions in Vancouver

Vancouver awaits you with a wealth of attractions. You can book a day trip to go sightseeing, do some food and wine tasting, go on a biking tour and take part in water sports.

If you’d like to see the city from the air, you can board a sea plane, a helicopter or even a balloon ride.

With a multitude of sights and landmarks, parks and gardens, museums and a zoo, every day brings something new in Vancouver. Whether you like skiing, shopping or sunbathing, Vancouver has you covered.


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