Flying from Montreal to Shanghai: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Shanghai taking off from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Montreal.
To ensure you don't miss your Montreal to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Shanghai
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Montreal to Shanghai flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Montreal to Shanghai across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% land on time at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Venture beyond Shanghai and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
As soon as your flight from Montreal to Shanghai has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some great places to lay your head close to SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your Montreal to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from baggage claim, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's available, by booking your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Montreal to Shanghai. April is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your Montreal to Shanghai tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to Shanghai, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Suzhou is another must-experience destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without a visit to Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.