Shanghai to Toronto Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Toronto (YYZ) connect China and Canada. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,414 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 15 to 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SHA, PVG and YYZ, YTZ. The reverse route is Toronto to Shanghai. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- Toronto, Canada
- Distance
- 11,414 km
- Typical duration
- about 15 to 16 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- YYZ, YTZ
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to Toronto
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Route overview
Shanghai to Toronto is a city-pair air route between China and Canada. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SHA and YYZ. Related codes: SHA, PVG → YYZ, YTZ.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,414 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 15 to 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Toronto airports and metro codes: YYZ, YTZ.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Toronto to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into Toronto.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Toronto?
Direct flights from Shanghai to Toronto typically take about 15 to 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to Toronto?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and Toronto is approximately 11,414 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to Toronto?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). Toronto is commonly searched with code YYZ (related: YYZ, YTZ).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Toronto?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Toronto to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is Toronto to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,414 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to Toronto route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with Canada (Toronto).