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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ontario International to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$1,996 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ontario International on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,996, select.
Shanghai.$2,265 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Ontario International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,265, select.
Shanghai.$2,361 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Ontario International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,361, select.
Shanghai.$2,361 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Ontario International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,361, select.
Shanghai.$2,464 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun, returning Fri, 20 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ontario International on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,464, select.
Shanghai.$2,517 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Ontario International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,517, select.
Shanghai.$2,530 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Ontario International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,530, select.
Shanghai.$2,554 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Ontario International on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Ontario International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,554, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ontario International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ontario International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $1,996
Jun
from $2,464
Jul
from $2,729
Aug
from $2,998
Sep
from $2,613
Oct
from $2,517
Nov
from $2,265
Dec
from $2,845
Jan
from $2,783
Feb
from $2,729
Mar
from $2,729
Apr
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Alternative Ontario International to Shanghai routes

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

Ontario to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,996
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Ontario International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ontario International to Shanghai is $1,996. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ontario International to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,996.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Ontario International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Ontario International to Shanghai is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Ontario International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,996.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai on Monday, 5 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ontario International Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Ontario International Airport is located in Ontario. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 15 hours ahead of Ontario.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from ONT to Shanghai. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like August or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight from ONT to Shanghai with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • If you hold a passport from United States, you will need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before flying.

  • ONT is around 6 kilometres from central Ontario. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 28 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ONT:

How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Shanghai

  • $739 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,996. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from ONT to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from ONT to Shanghai. You don't need to look every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Shanghai in April when it's quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from ONT to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Ontario International Airport to Shanghai:

  • The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Shanghai to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.

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