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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Winnipeg to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$1,440 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Winnipeg on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,440, select.
Shanghai.$1,580 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with WestJet and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Winnipeg on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,580, select.
Shanghai.$1,755 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with WestJet and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Winnipeg on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,755, select.
Shanghai.$1,848 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Winnipeg on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,848, select.
Shanghai.$1,903 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with WestJet and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Winnipeg on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,903, select.
Shanghai.$1,921 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with WestJet and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Winnipeg on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,921, select.
Shanghai.$1,922 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Winnipeg on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,922, select.
Shanghai.$1,938 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with WestJet and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Winnipeg on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,938, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Winnipeg to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Mar
from $1,921
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from $1,580
May
from $1,922
Jun
from $1,903
Jul
from $2,810
Aug
from $2,375
Sep
from $1,991
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Nov
from $1,440
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Alternative Winnipeg to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Winnipeg to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from $1,479
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from $1,440
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Winnipeg to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,440
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Winnipeg to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Winnipeg to Shanghai is $1,440. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Winnipeg to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,440.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Winnipeg to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Winnipeg Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,440.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Winnipeg Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Winnipeg Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Korean Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Winnipeg, where Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your YWG to Shanghai flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • The journey from central Winnipeg to YWG takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel close to YWG? If you've booked an early flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • 61.28% of flights leaving from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • YWG's address is 2000 Wellington Avenue.

How to find the cheapest flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Shanghai

  • $846 is currently the best price for a one-way Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai flight. Return flight tickets start at $1,440. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from YWG to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai ticket.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from YWG to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Save money on your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Once your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your YWG to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and unlock a world of freedom with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can hit the road without delay.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by booking your ride from SHA before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when the airport is busy.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Shanghai in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YWG to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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