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

Qatar Airways, China Eastern, and Air China 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 35% 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 refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of February 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 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.

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19:50 - 22:45

JNB

PVG

20h 55m

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19:10 - 18:35

PVG

JNB

29h 25m

1 stop

R11 057Singapore Airlines

Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Jul 20

9:50 - 13:00

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PVG

21h 10m

1 stop

15:00 - 8:20

PVG

JNB

23h 20m

1 stop

R11 137Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 14

9:50 - 12:40

JNB

PVG

20h 50m

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14:00 - 8:20

PVG

JNB

24h 20m

1 stop

R11 490China Eastern

Sun, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 19

20:30 - 21:45

JNB

PVG

19h 15m

1 stop

23:35 - 15:35

PVG

JNB

22h 00m

1 stop

R11 506Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

9:50 - 13:00

JNB

PVG

21h 10m

1 stop

9:05 - 8:20

PVG

JNB

29h 15m

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R11 538China Eastern

Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 14

12:45 - 21:45

JNB

PVG

27h 00m

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23:35 - 15:35

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JNB

22h 00m

1 stop

R11 778Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

10:10 - 14:45

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SHA

22h 35m

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21:30 - 7:40

SHA

JNB

40h 10m

2 stops

R12 692Air China

Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13

10:10 - 17:00

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SHA

24h 50m

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13:30 - 7:40

SHA

JNB

24h 10m

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R12 724Air China

Fri, Apr 3 - Thu, Apr 30

10:10 - 14:25

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SHA

22h 15m

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11:30 - 7:40

SHA

JNB

26h 10m

2 stops

R13 141Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 3 - Thu, Apr 30

11:40 - 23:40

HLA

SHA

30h 00m

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9:10 - 16:20

SHA

HLA

37h 10m

3 stops

R27 659Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 11

China Eastern flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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China Eastern

Mar 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong

Mar 19

PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 490

China Eastern

Mar 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong

Mar 19

PVG21:30Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 50m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 500

China Eastern

Mar 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 40m

2 stops

PVG22:30Shanghai Pu Dong

Mar 19

PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 109

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Air China

Apr 6

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

2 stops

SHA14:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 13

SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 692

Air China

Mar 9

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

1 stop

PVG10:55Shanghai Pu Dong

Mar 16

PVG21:10Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 30m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 708

Air China

Apr 3

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 50m

2 stops

SHA17:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 30

SHA13:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 724

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1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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19:10-18:35

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R11 057

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/4

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 137

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 490

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

20:30-21:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R11 506

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JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/4

9:05-8:20

2 stops29h 15m

R11 538

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-21:45

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R11 778

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

10:10-14:45

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

R12 692

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

10:10-17:00

2 stops24h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/4

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

R12 724

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/4

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

R13 141

JohannesburgShanghai

HLA - SHA

HLASHA

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 4/4

11:40-23:40

3 stops30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/4

9:10-16:20

3 stops37h 10m

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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 R11 009.

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 R12 457 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 288 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
As of February 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 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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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 963 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R8 905	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 463 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 457	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 740 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 411 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 106	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 197 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom R11 525	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 139 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R12 137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 178 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 292	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 526 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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