How many flights from Toronto to Shanghai are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 4% of flights from Toronto to Shanghai were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey. Travelers should anticipate flights with at least one connection when planning their trip.

What's the flight time from Toronto to Shanghai?

The median direct flight time from Toronto to Shanghai is approximately 15 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 11414 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 24 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary, especially if opting for connecting flights.

How often do cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai come up with regular frequency. This route is classified as having a consistent availability of deals. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable pricing opportunities without extended waiting periods. This consistent pattern applies across the trailing 30 days of data.

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2027-01-06 – 2027-01-20
YTO - Shanghai
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CA$1,718
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Toronto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to Shanghai

Most itineraries from Toronto to Shanghai connect at least once, with only 4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that when searching for cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai, you will primarily find options that include at least one stop.

A typical journey from Toronto to Shanghai takes about 15h 25m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 11,414 km. Given the significant distance, flights are generally structured to accommodate the extended travel time.

Fares for flights from Toronto to Shanghai typically range from $1224–$2059, with a median of $1533. Right now, fares are below the typical level. Approximately 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically May, with a median fare of $633. Other cost-effective months include January, with a median fare of $1019, and February, with a median fare of $1022. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Shanghai

Regular price: CA$1,503 - CA$3,370

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is between 1503 CAD and 3370 CAD. The current lowest deal is 1299 CAD with Porter Airlines for travel from Jan 6-Jan 20.

now CA$1,299

Low CA$1,503

High CA$3,370

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Shanghai is May, with a median price of $633. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2071. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$633

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$2,071

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Direct flights from Toronto to Shanghai

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Toronto to Shanghai

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Hong Kong Airlines

CA$1,711

CA$1,492

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flair Airlines

CA$1,726

CA$1,668

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (SHA)

Flair Airlines

CA$1,680

CA$1,622

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Korean Air

CA$1,759

CA$1,639

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Egyptair

CA$1,677

CA$1,592

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Shanghai

Toronto (YYZ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Egyptair

CA$1,811

CA$1,592

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

CA$2,158 → CA$1,418

34%

21 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 23

CA$2,026 → CA$1,509

25%

11 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 13

CA$1,864 → CA$1,386

26%

7 nights

Jan 6 - Jan 13

CA$1,756 → CA$1,333

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to Shanghai

Toronto - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Toronto to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 8% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Shanghai, with a median price of $633.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 15h 25m.

Direct flights from Toronto to Shanghai typically take 15h 25m, while connecting flights average 28h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with 96% of recent flights having stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights.

Air Canada is one airline that offers direct flights from Toronto to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Deals for flights from Toronto to Shanghai appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Toronto main airports to depart from

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

Toronto Pearson International is a good option for flights from Toronto to Shanghai, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,296

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights to Shanghai, offering various connections.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car, bus, metro).

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,323

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering competitive pricing and high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,638

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

84% AI deal score

$4,661

$3,808

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $842. Prices tend to be significantly higher outside this window, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1795, and those booked 28-59 days out averaging $2238. This suggests that last-minute deals can be found, but booking too far in advance may result in higher costs.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Toronto to Shanghai is considered to be $1224 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $1533. Prices above $2059 are typically in the more expensive range. By comparing potential fares to the $1224 threshold, travelers can identify favorable deals.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Shanghai, with a median price of $633. January and February also offered relatively lower median prices, at $1019 and $1022 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $1533, indicating that these months provide substantial savings. Travelers looking for more economical options should consider these months.

Toronto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Shanghai

Regular price: CA$1,503 - CA$3,370

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is between 1503 CAD and 3370 CAD. The current lowest deal is 1299 CAD with Porter Airlines for travel from Jan 6-Jan 20.

now CA$1,299

Low CA$1,503

High CA$3,370

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$633

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$2,071

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