What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

Qatar Airways, China Eastern, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Johannesburg according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 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?

As of May 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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.

R7 842 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R15 250 to R12 196. The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 929.

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12:40 - 22:35

JNB

PVG

27h 55m

1 stop

18:40 - 9:00

PVG

JNB

20h 20m

1 stop

R11 929Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 30

12:40 - 16:20

JNB

PVG

21h 40m

1 stop

18:40 - 9:00

PVG

JNB

20h 20m

1 stop

R11 946Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 30

12:40 - 22:35

JNB

PVG

27h 55m

1 stop

18:40 - 8:55

PVG

JNB

20h 15m

1 stop

R11 979Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 16

19:50 - 22:35

JNB

PVG

20h 45m

1 stop

18:40 - 9:00

PVG

JNB

20h 20m

1 stop

R11 996Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 16

13:45 - 6:35

JNB

PVG

34h 50m

1 stop

14:30 - 19:20

PVG

JNB

34h 50m

1 stop

R12 013Singapore Airlines

Sun, Jul 26 - Tue, Aug 11

12:40 - 16:40

JNB

PVG

22h 00m

1 stop

0:35 - 4:00

PVG

JNB

33h 25m

1 stop

R12 030Qatar Airways

Sun, Jun 14 - Tue, Jun 23

19:50 - 16:20

JNB

PVG

38h 30m

1 stop

0:35 - 4:00

PVG

JNB

33h 25m

1 stop

R12 046Qatar Airways

Sun, Jun 14 - Tue, Jun 23

10:10 - 18:20

JNB

SHA

26h 10m

1 stop

12:25 - 7:40

SHA

JNB

25h 15m

2 stops

R16 634Air China

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 16

10:10 - 18:20

JNB

SHA

26h 10m

1 stop

11:30 - 7:40

SHA

JNB

26h 10m

2 stops

R16 668Air China

Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9

15:40 - 7:25

HLA

PVG

33h 45m

2 stops

0:45 - 16:00

PVG

HLA

45h 15m

2 stops

R36 589Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

Air China flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Air China

Jun 1

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 10m

1 stop

SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 16

SHA12:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 15m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 634

Air China

Jun 5

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 10m

1 stop

SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 9

SHA11:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 668

Air China

Jun 1

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m

1 stop

SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 16

SHA13:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 684

China Eastern flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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China Eastern

Nov 3

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

2 stops

SHA18:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 9

SHA15:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 50m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 168

China Eastern

Jun 20

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m

2 stops

SHA15:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 27

SHA20:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 20m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 170

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Tue 7/7

12:40-22:35

1 stop27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R11 929

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

12:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R11 946

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

12:40-22:35

1 stop27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

18:40-8:55

1 stop20h 15m

R11 979

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-22:35

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R11 996

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

13:45-6:35

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/8

14:30-19:20

1 stop34h 50m

R12 013

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R12 030

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

19:50-16:20

1 stop38h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R12 046

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

10:10-18:20

1 stop26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/6

12:25-7:40

2 stops25h 15m

R16 634

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

10:10-18:20

1 stop26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/6

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

R16 668

JohannesburgShanghai

HLA - PVG

HLAPVG

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 3/11

15:40-7:25

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/11

0:45-16:00

2 stops45h 15m

R36 589

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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 March, then departing from Johannesburg during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R5 356.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 135 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 R11 546 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 18h 00m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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 00m.
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?
As of May 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R6 345	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R9 280	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 518 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom R9 553	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 150 reviews	Search Air China flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 915	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 071	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 439 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R12 673	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 332 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 770	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 570 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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