$437 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 $437 for one-way flights and $719 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sichuan Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 19
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$719 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$719
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 5 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Thu, Mar 19, priced at $719 found 1 day ago
Cathay Pacific
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 2
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$745 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$745
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $745 found 10 hours ago
Hainan Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 26
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$758 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$758
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $758 found 12 hours ago
Korean Air
Mon, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 10
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$800 Roundtrip, just found
$800
Roundtrip
just found
Select Korean Air flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $800 just found
Air Canada
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 17
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$810 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$810
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $810 found 1 day ago
All Nippon Airways
Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 9
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$824 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$824
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $824 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sun, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 27
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$858 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$858
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $858 found 12 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 12
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$931 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$931
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $931 found 3 days ago
United
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 23
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$947 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$947
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $947 found 12 hours ago
Air China
Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 10
YVR
Vancouver
PVG
Shanghai
$951 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$951
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air China flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Vancouver to Shanghai, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $951 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 $605 - $1,077 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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, Delta, EVA Airways, Hainan Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Philippine Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$719
Distance
5601 mi
Average flight time
11 hours 15 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 March. 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 $437 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?
Score cheap return tickets from Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) starting at $815. Reserve your seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Air Canada flight leaving YVR on August 6 2025 and touching down at PVG. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from YVR to PVG?
The cheapest flights from YVR to PVG are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
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 YVR to PVG?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from YVR to PVG is Air Canada. You can take off on this route from $480. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from YVR on October 3 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
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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