Flying from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Explore your options for flying out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to SHA, leave 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.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can arrive at CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Vancouver to SHA, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SHA:
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport from $750 or travel return from just $1,248. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To find cheap tickets from Vancouver to SHA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Vancouver to SHA.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Shanghai. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
When booking your flight from Vancouver to SHA, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Shanghai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Shanghai and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Vancouver to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.