Flying from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), there's a selection of airports you can start your trip from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are among Toronto's main options.
Around 14 hours 44 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Toronto. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. There are 1 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with China Eastern at 16:25. Go for the first YYZ to PVG departure operated by China Eastern at 15:25 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to PVG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can book a direct flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
If you want to leave from YYZ, you can catch a direct flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with China Eastern.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Prefer to leave from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)? You can reserve a direct flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) out of this hub.
You can board a direct flight from Toronto to PVG with China Eastern. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of YTZ.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and PVG:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Toronto to PVG? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
For a one-way ticket from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Rs138,438 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just Rs279,192. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
It's best to book 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Toronto to PVG within that timeframe.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for a cheap ticket from Toronto to PVG every day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Shanghai. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Toronto to PVG during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
After locking in your flight from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should be on any good Shanghai itinerary.
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Choose one of our car rentals in Shanghai and explore on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Toronto to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
