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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai from R7 421

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Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 22:45
JNB
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PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:05 - 19:20
PVG
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JNB
17h 15m
1 stop
R11 830Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
21h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R11 945Qatar Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
21h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 011Qatar Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 22:35
JNB
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PVG
27h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 15:20
PVG
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JNB
26h 40m
1 stop
R12 060Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 22:35
JNB
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PVG
19h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 077Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
21h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 357Qatar Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
21h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 8:40
PVG
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JNB
20h 30m
1 stop
R12 768Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Mar 7
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
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SHA
22h 15m
1 stop
Air China Logo
17:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
44h 10m
2 stops
R16 848Air China
Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22
Air China Logo
10:10 - 18:20
JNB
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SHA
26h 10m
1 stop
Air China Logo
15:35 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
22h 05m
1 stop
R17 441Air China
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
Air China Logo
10:10 - 15:20
JNB
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SHA
23h 10m
1 stop
Air China Logo
11:45 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
25h 55m
1 stop
R17 457Air China
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

Air China flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Johannesburg to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Jun 15
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 22
SHA17:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 848
Air China
Sept 2
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m
1 stop
SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sept 6
SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 441
Air China
Sept 2
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sept 6
SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 457

Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Johannesburg to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jul 14
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 23
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 563
Cathay Pacific
Jul 7
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 20
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 613
Cathay Pacific
Jul 14
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 23
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 662

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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 25 May 2026.
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-22:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

8:05-19:20

1 stop17h 15m

R11 830

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 945

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

R12 011

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40-22:35

1 stop27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/9

18:40-15:20

1 stop26h 40m

R12 060

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:55-22:35

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/9

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R12 077

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

R12 357

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

12:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/3

18:10-8:40

1 stop20h 30m

R12 768

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/6

17:30-7:40

2 stops44h 10m

R16 848

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

10:10-18:20

1 stop26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/9

15:35-7:40

1 stop22h 05m

R17 441

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

10:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/9

11:45-7:40

1 stop25h 55m

R17 457

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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 R6 236.

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 R12 969 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 386 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Fastest flight time

18h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 18h 00m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Shanghai.
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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?

  • 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
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Price
Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R6 257Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 002 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R9 166Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 522 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R9 421Free CancellationRating
7,3
152 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 764Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 726 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R10 918Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 441 reviews
Search Etihad Airways flights
China EasternPriceFrom R11 403Free CancellationRating
7,3
216 reviews
Search China Eastern flights
Cathay PacificPriceFrom R12 505Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 344 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 580Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 568 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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