$352 Cheap Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Shanghai (YVR-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $352 for one-way flights and $588 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$588 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$588
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $588 found 1 day ago
Sichuan Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 30
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$603 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$603
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $603 found 5 days ago
Korean Air
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 22
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$624 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$624
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $624 found 1 day ago
Philippine Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 27
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$657 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$657
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $657 found 1 day ago
Hong Kong Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 14
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$657 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$657
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Hong Kong Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $657 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$670 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$670
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $670 found 1 day ago
Air Canada
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Dec 1
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$700 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$700
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $700 found 1 hour ago
Hainan Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 17
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$749 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$749
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $749 found 3 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 6
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$763 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$763
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $763 found 2 days ago
All Nippon Airways
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Dec 1
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$816 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$816
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $816 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver (YVR) to Shanghai (PVG)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $609 - $1,072 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $627
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $627
Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Shanghai (PVG)
Origin airport
Vancouver Intl.
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Hainan Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Philippine Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$588
Distance
5601 mi
Average flight time
10 hours 55 mins

Vancouver to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Vancouver to Shanghai are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Vancouver to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Vancouver to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $352 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Vancouver to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Vancouver to Shanghai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $352 or cheap return flight from $588 from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The cheapest month to fly from YVR to PVG is September, when demand is low. Off-peak season is often when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Hop on a direct flight with Air Canada and journey straight from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from YVR to PVG. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a good deal.
How many flights per day from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs daily from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Want additional options? Use our filters to find flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights between YVR and PVG are busiest at 11 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from YVR to PVG?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the earliest flight from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 11:15AM UTC-8, leaving from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). You'll be traveling for approximately 12h 45m, arriving at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) at approximately 4:00PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
It takes approximately 12 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 5,600 mi from YVR to PVG.
What airline has the least delays from YVR to PVG?
With 93% of flights usually landing on schedule, China Eastern Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). To monitor your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
To reach Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) without delays, pick a flight that takes off from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) is the only airport in Shanghai with direct flights from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). Check out the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from YVR to PVG generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans for the best chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a YVR to PVG flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a YVR to PVG flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
If you reserved your YVR to PVG flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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