Flying from Toronto to Shanghai: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Shanghai, there's a selection of airports you can jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are among Toronto's main options.
When it comes to working out where to land in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the major entry points.
Book a direct Toronto to Shanghai flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Toronto.
The busiest route for flights from Toronto to Shanghai is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). There are four weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to PVG is the 15:25 China Eastern Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 16:25 with China Eastern Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Toronto to Shanghai flight.
Flying over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai
To snag cheap Toronto to Shanghai flights, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Toronto to Shanghai is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can get a direct flight from Toronto to Shanghai jetting off from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Begin your journey at YYZ and come in for landing at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Look out for deals with China Eastern Airlines. This carrier offers direct Toronto to Shanghai plane tickets from YYZ.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 63.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to Shanghai, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 80 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make taking an early Toronto to Shanghai flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land when they should. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore parts of Shanghai that aren't the typical tourist stops. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a good idea to book your Toronto to Shanghai flight even earlier.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is around 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Toronto to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
After your flight from Toronto to Shanghai, settle in at a hotel near SHA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and experience more with your own set of wheels. Hertz is just moments from your arrival gate, so you'll be on the road in a flash.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Shanghai. April is the busiest month to visit Shanghai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Toronto to Shanghai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Toronto to Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Suzhou is another essential stop in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without dropping by Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
