Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 14 hours 20 minutes.
Toronto is 12 hours behind Shanghai and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Your PVG to YYZ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Toronto (and then discovering more of Canada!) is a breeze with China Eastern Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport.
China Eastern Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates PVG to YYZ flights. An impressive 93.75% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between PVG and YYZ:
Kansai International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
$458 is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,045. These prices may change based on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PVG to YYZ.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PVG to YYZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a handy hotel close to PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport to the center of Toronto has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 57ºF and 82ºF. Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pearson International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from PVG to YYZ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºF and 34ºF on average.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Toronto. Around 310 miles away to the north-east, its top attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another favorite destination in Canada and is around 220 miles north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.