Travelling from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The average time for a direct flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport is 10 hours 33 minutes.
Vancouver is 15 hours behind Shanghai. Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route. There are 6 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Air Canada at 18:15. Choose the first PVG to YVR departure with Air Canada at 15:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to YVR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) depart from this terminal.
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport jetting out of PVG.
We make it simple to find a flight from Shanghai to YVR that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and YVR include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From the centre of Shanghai, PVG is approximately 56 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)? Browse the fares jetting out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in about 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to YVR, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Reserve a hotel near YVR if you're taking a late flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver takes about 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport is R 7,856. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,998. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Shanghai to YVR. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy more options for departure times and travel dates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Shanghai to YVR.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Vancouver in May when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Vancouver. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Shanghai to YVR sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are a couple of big attractions to add to your Vancouver to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Shanghai to Vancouver International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Vancouver and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.