Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Toronto — $513

The route Shanghai — Toronto is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including Air Canada, China Eastern Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Eastar Jet, Air China, Hong Kong Airlines, Spring Airlines, Korean Air, Thai Lion Air, Xiamen Airlines, and Hainan Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $513) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Shanghai is served primarily by two airports with different roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s main international hub, typically handling most long-haul and intercontinental flights and housing both full-service carriers and many international alliances; fares can be mid-to-high depending on season. It lies about 30–40 km east of the city center, reachable by maglev plus metro (around 50–70 minutes, higher fares for maglev) or by taxi (45–70 minutes, higher cost with tolls). Pros: extensive international connections and modern facilities; cons: distance from central districts and potentially longer transfer times. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) functions as a domestic and regional gateway, usually favoured by budget and full-service Chinese carriers for short-haul routes and often perceived as more convenient for business travelers. Located roughly 13 km west of downtown, it is served by metro, bus and short taxi rides—typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic, with modest fares. Pros: closer to downtown and linked to the city rail network; cons: fewer long-haul choices and sometimes busier domestic terminals.

Toronto is served primarily by Toronto Pearson International (YYZ), the city’s main international and connecting hub that typically handles most long-haul and full-service carriers, plus a mix of low-cost and regional flights; Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) sits closer to downtown and usually caters to short-haul and regional routes, often favored by business travelers. Pearson is about 25 km from the core and can take 25–45 minutes by UP Express, taxi or rideshare (fares vary, UP Express around CAD 12–20), while Billy Bishop is a 5–10 minute ferry or pedestrian link from the waterfront. Pros: Pearson offers broad connectivity and extensive services; Billy Bishop delivers quick downtown access. Cons: Pearson can be busy and spread out; Billy Bishop has limited long‑haul options and stricter luggage limits.

In different months, ticket prices from Shanghai to Toronto vary: minimum — $492 (October 2026), maximum — $631 (January 2027). Typically, the flight costs $557–$567.