What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Shanghai?

Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates 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 40% 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.

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 March 2026.

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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Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Apr 14

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R17 048Multiple Airlines

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Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Shanghai

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Qatar Airways

Mar 19

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

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PVG14:40Shanghai Pu Dong

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CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

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Jun 1

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

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CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

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Emirates

Apr 26

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

39h 05m

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PVG15:30Shanghai Pu Dong

May 3

PVG0:05Shanghai Pu Dong

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CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

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Jun 5

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

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PVG7:20Shanghai Pu Dong

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CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

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Jun 2

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

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PVG7:20Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 10m

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CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of January, then departing from Cape Town during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 868.

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 R14 453 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 R12 236 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Shanghai takes 19h 25m

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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. 19h 25m 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 March 2026.
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.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R9 624	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 471 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 020	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 968 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 722	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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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.

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