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

Air China, Emirates, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines 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 41% 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?

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

As of September 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 494 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai in 2026

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13:45 - 21:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:10 - 8:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 791Qatar Airways

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

14:05 - 21:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:10 - 15:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 421Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

9:50 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 8:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 695Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19

9:50 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 8:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 760Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19

10:10 - 15:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 50m2 stops Shenzhen Beijing Capital

20:30 - 7:40SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 10m2 stops Beijing Capital Shenzhen

R13 760Air China

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

10:10 - 19:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 15m1 stop Shenzhen

20:30 - 7:40SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 10m2 stops Beijing Capital Shenzhen

R13 776Air China

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

9:50 - 9:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:05 - 8:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 067China Eastern

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30

9:50 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Beijing Daxing Intl

9:05 - 8:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 260China Eastern

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

22:20 - 15:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:15 - 16:35PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 276Emirates

Wed, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 25

19:10 - 22:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

0:05 - 20:35PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 373Emirates

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13

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20:25 - 22:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi

16:50 - 19:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

R14 454Singapore Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13

11:10 - 17:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:20 - 7:45PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R15 472Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

10:05 - 1:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 05m3 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Kunming Changshui

6:50 - 10:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 25m3 stops Kunming Changshui Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

R15 617Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

11:10 - 12:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:20 - 7:45SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R15 633Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

10:05 - 18:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

12:00 - 10:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

R16 279Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

20:25 - 18:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

39h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi

19:10 - 19:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

R16 957Singapore Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

10:10 - 10:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 10m1 stop Shenzhen

19:00 - 7:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 40m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Shenzhen

R17 103Air China

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

10:10 - 15:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 10m1 stop Shenzhen

16:35 - 7:40SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

45h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Shenzhen

R17 296Air China

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

20:55 - 22:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

0:35 - 4:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R23 708Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23

20:55 - 21:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 9:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R23 708Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

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Air China

Oct 26

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

2 stops

SHA15:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 2

SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 760

Air China

Oct 26

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m

1 stop

SHA19:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 2

SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 776

Air China

Nov 26

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m

2 stops

SHA16:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 3

SHA14:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 40m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 873

Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 14

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 45m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 22

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 375

Cathay Pacific

Sept 15

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 40m

1 stop

PVG17:50Shanghai Pu Dong

Sept 22

PVG13:20Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 25m

1 stop

JNB7:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 472

Cathay Pacific

Oct 1

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 14

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 488

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/11

18:10-8:40

1 stop20h 30m

R12 791

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

14:05-21:50

1 stop25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/10

18:10-15:15

1 stop27h 05m

R13 421

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R13 695

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R13 760

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

10:10-15:00

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

20:30-7:40

2 stops41h 10m

R13 760

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

10:10-19:25

1 stop27h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

20:30-7:40

2 stops41h 10m

R13 776

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/11

9:05-8:20

2 stops29h 15m

R14 067

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

9:50-21:55

2 stops30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/11

9:05-8:20

2 stops29h 15m

R14 260

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/3

22:20-15:05

1 stop34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 25/3

6:15-16:35

1 stop40h 20m

R14 276

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

19:10-22:20

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

0:05-20:35

1 stop26h 30m

R14 373

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R12 484 to R14 680.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R12 791.

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 November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 419.

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 205 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 499 on momondo.

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Best price found	R7 494
Fastest flight time	21h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R7 494. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 791.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 21h 00m

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 21h 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 September 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.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R8 118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 481 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom R9 247	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 164 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R9 737	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 600 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 687	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 535 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 236 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 501	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 655 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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