Flying from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is 15 hours behind Shanghai.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to YYC. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Shanghai to YYC that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and YYC include:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to YYC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 86% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Book a hotel close to YYC if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Calgary International Airport rental car and discover Calgary and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your Shanghai to Calgary International Airport flight.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
From Calgary International Airport, central Calgary is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
$833 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start at $1,929. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to YYC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Shanghai to Calgary International Airport ticket.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to YYC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
January is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport (YYC), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Calgary based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Shanghai to YYC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Calgary to range from 8ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport in December when temperatures are between -18ºC and 0ºC.
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Calgary International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are must-visits when exploring Calgary.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.