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Flight deals from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$1,512 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,512, select.
Shanghai.$1,524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,524, select.
Shanghai.$1,606 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,606, select.
Shanghai.$1,640 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,640, select.
Shanghai.$1,646 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,646, select.
Shanghai.$1,662 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,662, select.
Shanghai.$1,696 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,696, select.
Shanghai.$1,702 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,702, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $3,215
Sep
from $1,646
Oct
from $1,640
Nov
from $1,524
Dec
from $1,923
Jan
from $1,702
Feb
from $1,696
Mar
from $1,789
Apr
from $2,083
May
from $2,006
Jun
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Jul
from $2,941

Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Hongqiao.

Toronto to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,512
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao is $1,512. 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 Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,512.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao.
The cheapest month to fly from Toronto Pearson International to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Monday, 15 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. 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 Hongqiao 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.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Hongqiao.

Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Toronto.

  • To ensure you catch your YYZ to SHA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • $818 is the best price for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,512. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • To find cheap tickets from YYZ to SHA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YYZ to SHA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near YYZ:

Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai

  • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Shanghai in April.

  • When booking your flight from Pearson International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from YYZ to SHA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its must-visit sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are the start of reasons to visit.

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