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Today’s best flight deals from Toronto to Shanghai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Toronto to Shanghai

September 14 - October 8

Cheapest

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,181

$844

Round trip

September 19 - October 13

Cheapest

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,181

$844

Round trip

September 19 - October 8

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,185

$856

Round trip

November 5 - November 25

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,290

$875

Round trip

December 1 - December 21

Best

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,526

$877

Round trip

December 3 - December 23

Best

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,534

$877

Round trip

November 20 - November 29

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,301

$878

Round trip

September 3 - September 17

Earliest

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,160

$884

Round trip

December 1 - December 24

Best

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,526

$884

Round trip

December 1 - December 23

Best

YYZ - Shanghai

$1,526

$886

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Toronto to Shanghai

Most itineraries for flights from Toronto to Shanghai connect at least once, with only 3.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should expect to factor in layovers when planning their journey.
A typical journey from Toronto to Shanghai takes about 32h 20m, including connections. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting flights, as direct options are limited. Travelers should prepare for an extended travel time when flying between these two cities.
When looking for cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, the prices typically range from $887–$1770, with a median of $1192. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare might require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.
The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai is typically during April, with a median fare of $838. March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $843, followed closely by February at a median of $857. These months present the best opportunities for travelers to find more affordable fares for this long-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Shanghai

Regular price: $1,057 - $1,823

Prices for flights from Toronto to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1057 and $1823. The current lowest deal is $844, available on Kayak for travel from September 14 to October 8, 2026.

now $844

Low $1,057

High $1,823

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from YTO to SHA is April, with a median price of $838. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1806. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $838

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,806

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Direct flights from Toronto to Shanghai

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Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Toronto to Shanghai

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

2GO

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

2GO

$1,338

$896

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

China Southern Airlines

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$1,333

$907

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

China Southern Airlines

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$1,313

$992

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

$1,331

$947

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

$1,329

$947

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

$1,332

$965

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Toronto to Shanghai

20 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 23

$1,534  →  $877

43%

20 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 21

$1,526  →  $877

43%

19 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 23

$1,532  →  $889

42%

23 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 24

$1,526  →  $884

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to Shanghai

Toronto - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Toronto to Shanghai are above the typical level, with deals from $887 to $1770.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Shanghai, with a median price of $838.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

The median flight duration from Toronto to Shanghai is 32h 20m, typically involving 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.4% of deals are direct. Connecting flights are dominant, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada is one of the airlines that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Book during cheaper months

Consider booking in February, March, or April for historically lower prices on this route.

Toronto main airports to depart from

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

Toronto Pearson International Airport is a good option for flights from Toronto to Shanghai.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$844

Billy Bishop Toronto City (YTZ)

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an alternative departure point for your trip to Shanghai.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$1053

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Toronto to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$844

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Toronto to Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$907

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Consider Hangzhou Xiaoshan International for its extensive network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail, approx. 45-60 minutes, though additional transit time from rail station is needed)

💸 Flights from ~$1117

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is a convenient option, being the closest candidate airport to Shanghai city center.

📍 ~110 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1112

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

Nanjing Lukou International is a primary regional hub with frequent high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~270 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$912

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Ningbo Lishe International offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by bridge or high-speed rail, though bridge traffic can be unpredictable)

💸 Flights from ~$1173

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically close to northern Shanghai and useful for avoiding airspace delays.

📍 ~110 km from Shanghai (public transport links are less developed)

💸 Flights from ~$1369

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is typically 7-13 days before departure, with an average price of $1150. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 60+ days out, averaging around $1610. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show an average price of $1282, which is higher than the optimal window. Planning your purchase within this 7-13 day window can lead to more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Toronto to Shanghai is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $887. The median price for this route over the same period was $1192. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1770 or less. Therefore, aiming for a price below $887 is a strong indicator of a good value.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Shanghai, with a median price of $838. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $843, followed by February at $857. These months are generally more affordable compared to the annual median price of $1192 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value should consider these months for their trips.