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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Shanghai?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?
If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of June, then departing from Cape Town during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 269.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R13 485. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R16 483.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?
The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R13 525. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R16 737 on average. Flights to Shanghai from Cape Town in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R15 045 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Cape Town for as low as R11 477 on momondo.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Shanghai?
Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Shanghai
Which airlines fly to Shanghai?
Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Cape Town according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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How far is Cape Town Intl to Shanghai by plane?
A flight from Cape Town Intl to Shanghai will travel around 12968,7 km. 18h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom R10 004 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8,1 1 316 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R11 918 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,4 3 595 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R14 249 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,2 785 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R15 143 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8,1 3 276 reviews |
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Can I find flights from Cape Town to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Cape Town to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to Shanghai?
momondo helps you find the best flight between Cape Town and Shanghai by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Shanghai from Cape Town. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.