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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Toronto? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,177. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Toronto.RM3,139 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,139, select.
Toronto.RM3,177 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,177, select.
Toronto.RM3,229 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,229, select.
Toronto.RM3,740 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Air China and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,740, select.
Toronto.RM3,821 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,821, select.
Toronto.RM3,889 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,889, select.
Toronto.RM3,994 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,994, select.
Toronto.RM4,001 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,001, select.
Toronto.RM4,217 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,217, select.
Toronto.RM4,317 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,317, select.
Toronto.RM4,353 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,353, select.
Toronto.RM4,420 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,420, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Toronto

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Toronto flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jan
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Feb
from RM3,163
Mar
from RM3,126
Apr
from RM4,400
May
from RM3,804
Jun
from RM3,872
Jul
from RM4,761
Aug
from RM5,082
Sep
from RM4,789
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Direct flights from Shanghai to Toronto

Alternative Shanghai to Toronto routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai to Toronto? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Toronto Island

3km from central Toronto
Closest
from RM3,980
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Toronto Pearson International

20km from central Toronto
Cheapest
from RM3,126
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John C. Munro Hamilton

70km from central Toronto
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Kitchener / Waterloo

83km from central Toronto
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Shanghai to Toronto: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,126
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time14 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week7

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Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Toronto: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Toronto: Toronto Island, Toronto Pearson International, John C. Munro Hamilton, and Kitchener / Waterloo.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Toronto is RM3,139. 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.
14 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Toronto.
Air Canada and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Toronto.
As of January 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Toronto.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Toronto is usually March.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Toronto is Toronto Pearson International – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Toronto. We've found flights into this airport from RM3,139.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Toronto on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 2 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 Toronto 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 Toronto is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around -5°C. July is typically the warmest month in Toronto, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Toronto is Air Canada .

Travelling from Shanghai to Toronto: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Shanghai. Check out your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when reserving your flight from Shanghai to Toronto.

  • Step off the plane at one of Toronto's major gateways like Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Alternatively, come in for landing at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).

  • Around 14 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Toronto flight.

  • Toronto is 12 hours behind Shanghai and observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are four weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Shanghai to Toronto is with China Eastern Airlines at 12:05. Go for the first PVG to YYZ departure operated by China Eastern Airlines at 11:45 to make the most of your arrival in Toronto.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Shanghai to Toronto flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Toronto

  • To snag cheap Shanghai to Toronto flights, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Shanghai to Toronto is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from Shanghai to Toronto.

  • Lock in a cheap Shanghai to Toronto flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Toronto jetting off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Begin your trip at PVG and arrive at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).

  • China Eastern Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Shanghai to Toronto plane tickets from PVG.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Shanghai to Toronto flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a handy hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Toronto, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.

  • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Shanghai to Toronto flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Toronto:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • You can reach SHA from the centre of Shanghai in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to Toronto, take it easy in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 86% of flights out of here arrive right on target.

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Toronto

Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • Once your flight from Shanghai to Toronto has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 40 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near YTZ. Unwind after your Shanghai to Toronto flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.

  • Snap up the best price by booking your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)

  • Step off your flight from Shanghai to Toronto and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Toronto is around 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.

  • The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes using public transport.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel close to YKF. Get comfortable at one of these options after your Shanghai to Toronto flight:

  • Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are some companies you can book with.

  • Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Shanghai to Toronto is a smart move. Along with better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YKF.

Best time to go to Toronto

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Toronto, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to Toronto ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Toronto around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Toronto

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Toronto, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are attractions you won't want to skip in Toronto.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've visited Toronto, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its top sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.

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