How often are flights from Toronto to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Toronto and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Air Canada, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Toronto according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Toronto to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Toronto to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Toronto to Shanghai?

Etihad Airways and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Toronto to Shanghai

How many flights depart from Toronto to Shanghai on average per week?

As of January 2026, 4 flights take off from Toronto and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Toronto to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Hamilton and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 19h 30m on average. Another popular route from Toronto to Shanghai is flying from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 35h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Toronto to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Toronto to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Toronto to Shanghai?

The number of operators available for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is 6 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Toronto to Shanghai?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Toronto to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:45 pm - 4:50 pm

YYZ

SHA

33h 05m

2 stops

4:55 pm - 6:10 am

SHA

YYZ

26h 15m

2 stops

$1,000Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8

7:45 am - 3:20 pm

YYZ

PVG

18h 35m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:40 pm

PVG

YYZ

18h 10m

1 stop

$1,001Delta

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4

12:12 pm - 3:20 pm

YYZ

PVG

38h 08m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:39 pm

PVG

YYZ

17h 09m

1 stop

$1,003Delta

Sun, Feb 8 - Mon, Mar 9

2:00 pm - 10:40 am

YYZ

PVG

32h 40m

2 stops

11:55 am - 6:13 am

PVG

YYZ

30h 18m

2 stops

$1,004Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, Jun 17

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

YYZ

PVG

19h 00m

1 stop

5:35 pm - 5:38 am

PVG

YYZ

25h 03m

2 stops

$1,005Air Canada

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

6:14 am - 4:25 pm

YYZ

PVG

21h 11m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:53 am

PVG

YYZ

29h 28m

2 stops

$1,013American Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

7:04 pm - 4:25 pm

YYZ

PVG

32h 21m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 11:51 am

PVG

YYZ

30h 26m

2 stops

$1,018American Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 22

6:45 pm - 10:40 am

YYZ

SHA

26h 55m

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2:10 pm - 6:10 am

SHA

YYZ

29h 00m

2 stops

$1,021XiamenAir

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

8:55 pm - 4:00 pm

YYZ

PVG

54h 05m

2 stops

5:35 pm - 12:13 am

PVG

YYZ

19h 38m

2 stops

$1,026Air Canada

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

7:20 pm - 5:25 pm

YTZ

PVG

34h 05m

2 stops

8:10 pm - 10:06 am

PVG

YTZ

25h 56m

2 stops

$1,770United Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Aug 5

China Southern flights from Toronto to Shanghai

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China Southern

Jan 15

YYZ12:30 amToronto Pearson Intl

32h 20m

2 stops

SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 23

SHA7:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

YYZ9:15 pmToronto Pearson Intl

$1,065

China Southern

Jan 15

YYZ12:30 amToronto Pearson Intl

33h 20m

2 stops

PVG10:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 15

PVG8:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 05m

2 stops

YYZ9:15 pmToronto Pearson Intl

$1,068

China Southern

Jan 13

YYZ12:30 amToronto Pearson Intl

19h 45m

1 stop

SHA9:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 28

SHA8:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 25m

1 stop

YYZ9:15 pmToronto Pearson Intl

$1,069

Air China flights from Toronto to Shanghai

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Air China

Jan 14

YYZ8:00 amToronto Pearson Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 28

SHA7:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 50m

2 stops

YYZ7:35 pmToronto Pearson Intl

$1,002

Air China

Jan 31

YYZ7:00 amToronto Pearson Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 8

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

32h 30m

1 stop

YYZ1:05 pmToronto Pearson Intl

$1,005

Air China

Jan 16

YYZ7:00 amToronto Pearson Intl

26h 55m

2 stops

SHA10:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 23

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 40m

2 stops

YYZ7:35 pmToronto Pearson Intl

$1,013

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6:45 pm-4:50 pm

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4:55 pm-6:10 am

2 stops26h 15m

$1,000

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YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 2/18

7:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

5:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$1,001

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 2/8

12:12 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop38h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

5:30 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$1,003

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YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 5/6

2:00 pm-10:40 am

2 stops32h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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11:55 am-6:13 am

2 stops30h 18m

$1,004

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

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Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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5:35 pm-5:38 am

2 stops25h 03m

$1,005

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YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

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6:14 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/8

6:25 pm-10:53 am

2 stops29h 28m

$1,013

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Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 1/31

7:04 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops32h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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6:25 pm-11:51 am

2 stops30h 26m

$1,018

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YYZ - SHA

YYZSHA

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 2/9

6:45 pm-10:40 am

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/16

2:10 pm-6:10 am

2 stops29h 00m

$1,021

TorontoShanghai

YYZ - PVG

YYZPVG

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 2/1

8:55 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops54h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/8

5:35 pm-12:13 am

2 stops19h 38m

$1,026

TorontoShanghai

YTZ - PVG

YTZPVG

Toronto Island

Wed 6/10

7:20 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/5

8:10 pm-10:06 am

2 stops25h 56m

$1,770

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Toronto and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Toronto is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,082, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Toronto averaging around $1,167.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,249. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Toronto to Shanghai for around $1,669.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Toronto to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as $1,286. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,125.

What is the cheapest Toronto to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Toronto when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,271 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Toronto for as low as $1,153 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 35m
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Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The fastest flight from Toronto to Shanghai takes 14h 35m

Direct flights go from Toronto to Shanghai on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Toronto there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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How far is Toronto to Shanghai by plane?
The straight-line distance from Toronto to Shanghai is 7093.5 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 35m.
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Prices for flights from Toronto to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Toronto to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is 6 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Toronto to Shanghai?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Toronto to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $943	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,149 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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Our data shows that the cheapest Toronto to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as $1,286. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,125.

What is the cheapest Toronto to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

What cabin class options are available on Toronto to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Toronto to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Toronto to Shanghai?

Etihad Airways and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Toronto to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

How often are flights from Toronto to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Toronto and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Toronto to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Toronto to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Toronto to Shanghai on average per week?

As of January 2026, 4 flights take off from Toronto and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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