Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 14 hours 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is 12 hours behind Shanghai, where Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located.
With four departures a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Hop on China Eastern Airlines's 11:45 flight to get your journey from PVG to YYZ underway.
To avoid missing your PVG to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto ticket. Begin your trip at PVG and touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Get on board with China Eastern Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from PVG to Toronto with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near PVG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Toronto
₹ 41,697 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto flight. Return flight tickets start at ₹ 80,676. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from PVG to Toronto, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto. 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 outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks before your flight from PVG to Toronto can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Central Toronto is around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PVG to Toronto flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto has arrived. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 4 hours 5 minutes.
Find a hotel near YKF and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late PVG to Toronto flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are reliable rental providers.
If you'd like a certain make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from YKF a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Plan your trip to Toronto in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from PVG to Toronto around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are major attractions which should be on any good Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.