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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai from R8 517

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13:45 - 14:40JNB-PVG
18h 55m1 stop
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23:35 - 15:35PVG-JNB
22h 00m1 stop
R11 858Qatar Airways
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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13:40 - 22:20JNB-PVG
26h 40m1 stop
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0:10 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 25m1 stop
R12 239Singapore Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 24
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 22:20JNB-PVG
20h 30m1 stop
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0:10 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 25m1 stop
R12 276Singapore Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 24
Qatar Airways Logo
13:55 - 16:20JNB-PVG
20h 25m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
0:35 - 16:10PVG-JNB
21h 35m1 stop
R12 421Qatar Airways
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Thu, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 1
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10:10 - 9:55JNB-PVG
41h 45m2 stops
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7:10 - 7:40PVG-JNB
30h 30m1 stop
R13 311Air China
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Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 11
Air China Logo
10:10 - 16:55JNB-SHA
24h 45m2 stops
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13:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
R13 311Air China
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Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 15:35JNB-SHA
22h 15m1 stop
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22:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
39h 10m1 stop
R16 271Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
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11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
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13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R16 452Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9
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22:20 - 22:20JNB-PVG
18h 00m1 stop
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7:15 - 20:50PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R17 269Emirates
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10:05 - 15:30JNB-PVG
23h 25m1 stop
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7:15 - 20:50PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R17 433Emirates
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Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Johannesburg to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sept 15
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sept 22
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 10m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 271
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Cathay Pacific
Sept 2
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sept 9
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 452
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 26
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 3
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 489
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Air China flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Air China
Sept 3
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
SHA16:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sept 11
SHA13:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 311
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Air China
Sept 3
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m
1 stop
PVG10:50Shanghai Pu Dong
Sept 11
PVG17:45Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 874
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Air China
Nov 26
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m
2 stops
SHA17:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 3
SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 055
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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 2 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/12

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R11 858

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

13:40-22:20

1 stop26h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 239

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

19:50-22:20

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 276

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

13:55-16:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/10

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R12 421

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

10:10-9:55

2 stops41h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/9

7:10-7:40

1 stop30h 30m

R13 311

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

10:10-16:55

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/9

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

R13 311

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

11:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/9

22:30-7:40

1 stop39h 10m

R16 271

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/9

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

R16 452

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

7:15-20:50

1 stop19h 35m

R17 269

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

10:05-15:30

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

7:15-20:50

1 stop19h 35m

R17 433

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 603.

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 955. 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 R16 024.

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 594. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R16 890 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 955 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 604 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

Best price found

R8 517

Fastest flight time

18h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R8 517. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 858.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 18h 00m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)
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    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to 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 R10 070Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 338 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 523Free CancellationRating
7,2
803 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 817Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 609 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R13 438Free CancellationRating
7,3
93 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 637Free CancellationRating
7,6
951 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 831Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 230 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R15 185Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 300 reviews
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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Shanghai from Johannesburg.

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Johannesburg to Shanghai flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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