Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary is 14 hours behind Shanghai and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PVG to YYC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PVG and YYC:
Narita International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
£308 is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Return flights start from £702. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from PVG to YYC, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PVG to YYC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Of the departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
To get to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to PVG:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Book a hotel close to YYC if you're taking a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Calgary and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Calgary International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport is approximately 10 miles from the centre of Calgary. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you want to explore Calgary during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PVG to YYC in December. Temperatures average between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 170 miles north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Kelowna, about 250 miles west of Calgary. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are key highlights.