Flying from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are your main options in Toronto.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Toronto. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in Shanghai.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to SHA, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% land on schedule at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kms (2 miles) from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Toronto to SHA flight? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62.09%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kms (65 miles) from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make catching an early Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land when they should. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SHA:
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is £374. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £655. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to SHA. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Visit Shanghai in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Toronto to SHA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Toronto to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
外滩-观景平台 and 外滩建筑群 are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel about 257 kms (160 miles) west to Nanjing to check off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, your itinerary will be busy.
Puyang is another favourite destination in China and is around 241 kms (150 miles) south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without experiencing Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.