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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai from R8 405

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Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 22:20JNB-PVG
20h 30m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:25 - 18:35PVG-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
R12 069Singapore Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25JNB-SHA
22h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
14:25 - 7:40SHA-JNB
23h 15m2 stops
R12 798Air China
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Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 4
Air China Logo
10:10 - 13:55JNB-PVG
21h 45m1 stop
Air China Logo
16:10 - 7:40PVG-JNB
21h 30m1 stop
R13 163Air China
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Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15JNB-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:20 - 13:05PVG-JNB
18h 45m1 stop
R15 524Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
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16:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
21h 05m1 stop
R16 080Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
16:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
20h 50m1 stop
R16 097Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:40JNB-PVG
18h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:15PVG-JNB
21h 40m1 stop
R16 340Qatar Airways
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Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 6
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:40JNB-PVG
18h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:15PVG-JNB
21h 40m1 stop
R16 358Qatar Airways
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Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 6
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 15:30JNB-PVG
20h 05m1 stop
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7:15 - 20:50PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R16 966Emirates
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 15:30JNB-PVG
23h 25m1 stop
Emirates Logo
0:05 - 5:30PVG-JNB
35h 25m1 stop
R17 000Emirates
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Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 8

Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Johannesburg to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Nov 11
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 25
SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 080
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 11
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 25
SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 097
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 2
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 6
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 462
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Air China flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Air China
Oct 22
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 4
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 15m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 798
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Air China
Sept 24
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 23
SHA11:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 833
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Air China
Oct 22
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 45m
1 stop
PVG13:55Shanghai Pu Dong
Nov 4
PVG16:10Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 30m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 163
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai 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 18 September 2025.
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Depart

Return

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

19:50-22:20

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

16:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

R12 069

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/11

14:25-7:40

2 stops23h 15m

R12 798

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

10:10-13:55

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/11

16:10-7:40

1 stop21h 30m

R13 163

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/11

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R15 524

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 25/11

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R16 080

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 25/11

16:35-7:25

1 stop20h 50m

R16 097

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/11

23:35-15:15

1 stop21h 40m

R16 340

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/11

23:35-15:15

1 stop21h 40m

R16 358

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

13:25-15:30

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

7:15-20:50

1 stop19h 35m

R16 966

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

10:05-15:30

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/10

0:05-5:30

1 stop35h 25m

R17 000

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 791.

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 Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R13 344. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R15 323.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R13 000. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R16 151 on average. Flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R13 305 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 Johannesburg for as low as R10 870 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Shanghai.
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  • How far is Johannesburg to Shanghai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Johannesburg to Shanghai is 11774,4 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    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 Johannesburg to Shanghai.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R6 940Free CancellationRating
7,3
101 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 585Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 367 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 915Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 622 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 018Free CancellationRating
7,2
862 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 209Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 251 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 122Free CancellationRating
7,6
998 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 442Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 339 reviews
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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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