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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai from R11 655

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19:50 - 11:25CPT-SHA
33h 35m2 stops
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17:40 - 12:40SHA-CPT
25h 00m2 stops
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6:05 - 11:25CPT-SHA
23h 20m2 stops
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17:40 - 12:40SHA-CPT
25h 00m2 stops
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6:05 - 15:00CPT-SHA
26h 55m3 stops
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17:40 - 12:40SHA-CPT
25h 00m2 stops
R22 635Multiple Airlines
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6:00 - 12:20CPT-SHA
24h 20m2 stops
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22:30 - 10:30SHA-CPT
42h 00m2 stops
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6:05 - 12:20CPT-SHA
24h 15m2 stops
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13:35 - 11:40SHA-CPT
28h 05m2 stops
R55 680Multiple Airlines
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6:05 - 10:25CPT-SHA
22h 20m2 stops
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25h 00m2 stops
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19:50 - 10:55CPT-SHA
33h 05m2 stops
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28h 40m3 stops
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7:00 - 12:20CPT-SHA
23h 20m2 stops
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22:30 - 10:30SHA-CPT
42h 00m2 stops
R65 502Multiple Airlines
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dom., dic. 7 - dom., dic. 14
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12:35 - 20:55CPT-SHA
26h 20m2 stops
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13:35 - 10:30SHA-CPT
26h 55m2 stops
R69 064Cathay Pacific
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12:35 - 20:55CPT-SHA
26h 20m2 stops
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R194 777Cathay Pacific
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Cathay Pacific flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Nov 2
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 6
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 00m
2 stops
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
R55 283
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Cathay Pacific
Feb 28
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 9
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 55m
2 stops
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
R69 064
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 2
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 6
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 00m
2 stops
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
R71 866
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 25 octubre 2025.
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Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

dom. 7/12

19:50-11:25

2 stops33h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 14/12

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R18 260

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

vie. 27/2

6:05-11:25

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 8/3

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R19 194

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

vie. 27/2

6:05-15:00

3 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 8/3

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R22 635

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

vie. 7/11

6:00-12:20

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 13/11

22:30-10:30

2 stops42h 00m

R33 010

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

dom. 18/1

6:05-12:20

2 stops24h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 25/1

13:35-11:40

2 stops28h 05m

R55 680

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

vie. 27/2

6:05-10:25

2 stops22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 8/3

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R58 101

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

dom. 18/1

19:50-10:55

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 25/1

14:00-12:40

3 stops28h 40m

R58 879

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

dom. 7/12

7:00-12:20

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 14/12

22:30-10:30

2 stops42h 00m

R65 502

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 28/2

12:35-20:55

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 9/3

13:35-10:30

2 stops26h 55m

R69 064

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 28/2

12:35-20:55

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 9/3

13:35-10:30

2 stops26h 55m

R194 777

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Cape Town is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 346, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 502.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Cape Town. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R14 479. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Saturday 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 R15 380.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the evening for as low as R13 129. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the afternoon when prices are around R16 556.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around R14 720 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Cape Town for as low as R11 274 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (CPT to SHA) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is 12954,3 km away from Cape Town Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R10 330Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 387 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 423Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 657 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 036Free CancellationRating
7,2
878 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 640Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 384 reviews
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