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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai from R7 381

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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15JNB-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
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23:30 - 13:05PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R11 623Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15JNB-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 13:05PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R11 658Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 31
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 21:45JNB-PVG
26h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35PVG-JNB
22h 00m1 stop
R12 486Qatar Airways
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Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 14:40JNB-PVG
19h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35PVG-JNB
22h 00m1 stop
R12 624Qatar Airways
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Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:10JNB-SHA
22h 00m1 stop
Air China Logo
20:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
41h 10m2 stops
R13 227Air China
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26
Air China Logo
10:10 - 17:55JNB-SHA
25h 45m2 stops
Air China Logo
13:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
R13 503Air China
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Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 24
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 15:20JNB-SHA
22h 20m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 7:25SHA-JNB
38h 55m1 stop
R15 797Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 20m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
16:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
20h 50m1 stop
R15 987Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 7:25HLA-PVG
33h 45m2 stops
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0:45 - 17:15PVG-HLA
46h 30m2 stops
R39 682Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 7:25HLA-PVG
33h 45m2 stops
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0:45 - 17:15PVG-HLA
46h 30m2 stops
R59 893Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Mar 21 - Fri, Mar 27

Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Johannesburg to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jan 12
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 26
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 797
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 15
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 23
SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 987
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Cathay Pacific
Mar 13
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 20
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 107
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Air China flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Air China
Jan 12
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m
1 stop
SHA14:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 26
SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 227
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Air China
Jan 12
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 10m
1 stop
PVG13:20Shanghai Pu Dong
Jan 28
PVG19:00Shanghai Pu Dong
42h 40m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 348
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Air China
Feb 2
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m
2 stops
SHA17:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 24
SHA13:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 503
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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 26 November 2025.
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 623

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 658

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R12 486

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

12:45-14:40

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R12 624

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

10:10-14:10

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/1

20:30-7:40

2 stops41h 10m

R13 227

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

10:10-17:55

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 24/2

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

R13 503

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/1

22:30-7:25

1 stop38h 55m

R15 797

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 23/1

16:35-7:25

1 stop20h 50m

R15 987

JohannesburgShanghai

HLA - PVG

HLAPVG

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 12/1

15:40-7:25

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/1

0:45-17:15

2 stops46h 30m

R39 682

JohannesburgShanghai

HLA - PVG

HLAPVG

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 21/3

15:40-7:25

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

0:45-17:15

2 stops46h 30m

R59 893

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Shanghai?

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 744.

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 252. 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 218.

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 R12 910. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R16 040 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 270 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 951 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

18h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 18h 45m
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 15m.

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

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

  • 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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 526Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 410 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 840Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 675 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R10 952Free CancellationRating
7,2
899 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 076Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 312 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom R12 207Free CancellationRating
7,2
178 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R12 648Free CancellationRating
7,2
126 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 061Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 072 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 366Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 422 reviews
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