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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai from R11 087

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18:25 - 10:25
CPT
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SHA
34h 00m2 stops
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17:40 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
25h 00m2 stops
R17 199Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 18
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6:05 - 11:25
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SHA
23h 20m2 stops
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15:35 - 14:35
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CPT
29h 00m2 stops
R19 746Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17
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6:05 - 15:00
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26h 55m3 stops
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14:00 - 12:40
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CPT
28h 40m3 stops
R22 004Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17
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7:00 - 12:20
CPT
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SHA
23h 20m2 stops
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13:35 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
29h 05m2 stops
R26 436Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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7:00 - 12:05
CPT
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SHA
23h 05m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:20 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
29h 20m2 stops
R26 640Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
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7:00 - 15:20
CPT
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SHA
26h 20m2 stops
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13:35 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
29h 05m2 stops
R33 142Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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20:25 - 12:20
CPT
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SHA
33h 55m2 stops
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13:35 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
29h 05m2 stops
R88 323Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 18
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6:05 - 10:25
CPT
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SHA
22h 20m2 stops
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17:40 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
25h 00m2 stops
R90 038Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 8
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 10:40
CPT
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SHA
40h 05m2 stops
XiamenAir Logo
14:10 - 10:30
SHA
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CPT
50h 20m2 stops
R124 759XiamenAir
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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12:35 - 15:20
CPT
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44h 45m2 stops
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13:35 - 17:25
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CPT
33h 50m2 stops
R137 935Cathay Pacific
Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 10

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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 9 December 2025.
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Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/1

18:25-10:25

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/1

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R17 199

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

6:05-11:25

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/2

15:35-14:35

2 stops29h 00m

R19 746

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

6:05-15:00

3 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/2

14:00-12:40

3 stops28h 40m

R22 004

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

7:00-12:20

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/3

13:35-12:40

2 stops29h 05m

R26 436

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

7:00-12:05

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/5

13:20-12:40

2 stops29h 20m

R26 640

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

7:00-15:20

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/3

13:35-12:40

2 stops29h 05m

R33 142

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/1

20:25-12:20

2 stops33h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/1

13:35-12:40

2 stops29h 05m

R88 323

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

6:05-10:25

2 stops22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R90 038

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

12:35-10:40

2 stops40h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/3

14:10-10:30

2 stops50h 20m

R124 759

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

12:35-15:20

2 stops44h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/3

13:35-17:25

2 stops33h 50m

R137 935

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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 R11 308, 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 276.

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 217. 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 102.

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 R12 891. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the afternoon when prices are around R16 256.

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 469 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 342 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 25% 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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Fastest flight time

19h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 19h 40m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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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 R9 802Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 411 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 198Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 676 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 781Free CancellationRating
7,2
903 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 208Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 432 reviews
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Can I find flights from Cape Town to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from Cape Town on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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