Cheap flights from Montreal to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $715
American 2 stops 36 hr Sun, Feb 15 — Mon, Mar 2
The cheapest round-trip flight from Montreal to Shanghai is currently $715
Cheapest one-way flight $593
Air Canada, Etihad, China Eastern 2 stops 37 hr Wed, Apr 15
The cheapest one-way flight from Montreal to Shanghai is currently $593
Last-minute weekend getaway $1,311
United 2 stops 24 hr Thu, Jan 29 — Sun, Feb 1
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Montreal to Shanghai is currently $1,311
Cheapest business class flights $4,140
Air Canada, Cathay Pacific 2 stops 26 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Wed, May 6
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Montreal to Shanghai is currently $4,140
Fastest flight 18 hr 10 min The fastest flight with stops from Montreal to Shanghai takes 18 hr 10 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Shanghai is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $990–1,250
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,500–1,700

Popular airlines from Montreal to Shanghai

  • Air Canada
    from $1,149
    Typical price: $1,250–2,500
    21 weekly connecting flights
    YUL - PVG Every day
  • Delta
    from $1,502
    Typical price: $1,200–2,800
    21 weekly connecting flights
    YUL - PVG Every day
  • Emirates
    from $1,777
    Typical price: $2,250–3,400
    16 weekly connecting flights
    YUL - PVG Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    from $1,225
    Typical price: $1,650–2,700
    7 weekly connecting flights
    YUL - PVG Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun
  • SWISS
    from $1,430
    Typical price: $2,100–3,300
    7 weekly connecting flights
    YUL - PVG Every day
  • Lufthansa
    from $1,386
    Typical price: $2,100–4,700
    5 weekly connecting flights
    YUL - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun

Popular airports near Montreal

  • Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
    Montreal Canada 24 min 8 mi
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
    Ottawa Canada 2 hr 7 min 103 mi
  • Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
    Québec City Canada 2 hr 41 min 137 mi
  • Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
    Montreal Canada 28 min 7 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 28 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Montreal to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Montreal to Shanghai are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $990 to $1,250.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Montreal to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with American from $715. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Canada, Etihad, China Eastern from $593.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Air Canada flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,149, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 16.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,502, flying from Apr 16 to May 1.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,777, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,225, flying from Apr 26 to May 11.
  • The cheapest SWISS flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,430, flying from Apr 26 to May 12.
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,386, flying from Apr 26 to May 11.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Montreal to Shanghai starts at $715 from Sun, Feb 15 to Mon, Mar 2. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $593 and departs on Wed, Apr 15.
18 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Montreal to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Montreal to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Montreal to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Montreal to Shanghai.

In terms of flights, Air Canada is the most popular. Air Canada offers 21 connecting flights per week. Air Canada flies from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

Other popular airlines flying from Montreal to Shanghai are:
  • Delta offers 21 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Emirates offers 16 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Qatar Airways offers 7 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • SWISS offers 7 connecting flights per week. SWISS flies from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Lufthansa offers 5 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Montreal and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Montreal to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with American from $715. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Canada, Etihad, China Eastern from $593.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Air Canada flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,149, flying from Apr 2 to Apr 16.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,502, flying from Apr 16 to May 1.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,777, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,225, flying from Apr 26 to May 11.
  • The cheapest SWISS flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,430, flying from Apr 26 to May 12.
  • The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Montreal to Shanghai is $1,386, flying from Apr 26 to May 11.
No airline flies direct from Montreal to Shanghai.
  • There are 21 Air Canada connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Delta connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Emirates connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 7 SWISS connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 5 Lufthansa connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Montreal and Shanghai at price $1,311 is offered by United from Thu, Jan 29 to Sun, Feb 1.
No airline flies direct from Montreal to Shanghai.
  • There are 21 Air Canada connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Delta connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Emirates connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 7 SWISS connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 5 Lufthansa connecting flights from Montreal to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Montreal to Shanghai.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Montreal to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Montreal and Shanghai start at $4,140 from Thu, Apr 23 to Wed, May 6 with Air Canada, Cathay Pacific.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Montreal and Shanghai start at $715 from Sun, Feb 15 to Mon, Mar 2.
To book business class trips from Montreal to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Montreal and Shanghai starts at $1,311 from Thu, Jan 29 to Sun, Feb 1 with United.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Montreal and Shanghai at price $1,311 is offered by United from Thu, Jan 29 to Sun, Feb 1.
To find last-minute flight deals from Montreal to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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