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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.$1,178 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,178, select.
Vancouver.$1,179 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,179, select.
Vancouver.$1,180 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,180, select.
Vancouver.$1,272 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,272, select.
Vancouver.$1,325 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,325, select.
Vancouver.$1,388 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,388, select.
Vancouver.$1,388 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,388, select.
Vancouver.$1,389 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,389, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Apr
from $2,565
May
from $1,179
Jun
from $1,272
Jul
from $1,543
Aug
from $1,839
Sep
from $1,178
Oct
from $1,180
Nov
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Dec
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Jan
from $2,112
Feb
from $2,157
Mar
from $1,388

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International

Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Vancouver International.

Shanghai to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,178
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time10 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International is $1,178. 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 29 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International.
Air China and Air Canada fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International.
As of April 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Vancouver International Airport on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 29 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 International 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.
Currently, Korean Air and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver International.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 10 hours 35 minutes.

  • Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver 15 hours behind Shanghai.

  • Take your pick of six weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. The 15:55 departure with Air Canada is the earliest available. Air Canada operates the last service of the day at 18:15.

  • Your PVG to YVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Air Canada has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Vancouver — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Air Canada on this route.

  • Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating PVG to YVR flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on schedule.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PVG and YVR:

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • $655 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,178. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from PVG to YVR, reserve your trip ten months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from PVG to YVR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver

  • Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to visit Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PVG to YVR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its leading sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Victoria is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Vancouver

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