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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai from R7 410

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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15JNB-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
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23:30 - 13:05PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R12 276Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 31
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 12:50JNB-PVG
21h 00m1 stop
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14:00 - 8:20PVG-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R12 310China Eastern
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 12:50JNB-PVG
21h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:00 - 8:20PVG-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R12 328China Eastern
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 22:20JNB-PVG
20h 25m1 stop
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0:10 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 25m1 stop
R12 466Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 22:20JNB-PVG
20h 25m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:10 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 25m1 stop
R12 484Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
Qatar Airways Logo
18:35 - 14:40JNB-PVG
38h 05m3 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35PVG-JNB
22h 00m1 stop
R13 903Qatar Airways
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Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 15:20JNB-SHA
22h 00m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
23h 50m1 stop
R14 544Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 20m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
23h 50m1 stop
R14 596Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 21:05JNB-PVG
28h 40m1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:15 - 5:35PVG-JNB
29h 20m1 stop
R14 752Emirates
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 29
Qatar Airways Logo
7:30 - 14:40JNB-PVG
25h 10m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:25PVG-JNB
21h 50m1 stop
R14 804Qatar Airways
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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

Air China flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Air China
Dec 1
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
SHA16:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 8
SHA19:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 107
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Air China
Dec 1
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 10m
2 stops
PVG23:20Shanghai Pu Dong
Dec 8
PVG19:00Shanghai Pu Dong
42h 40m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 141
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Air China
Jan 21
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 55m
2 stops
SHA16:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 28
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 349
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Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific
Dec 1
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 8
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 544
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 21
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 28
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 596
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 11
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 25
SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 613
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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 November 2025.
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R12 276

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/12

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 310

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/12

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 328

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

19:55-22:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/12

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 466

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

19:55-22:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/12

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 484

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

18:35-14:40

3 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R13 903

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/12

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

R14 544

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 28/1

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

R14 596

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

10:25-21:05

1 stop28h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 29/11

6:15-5:35

1 stop29h 20m

R14 752

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

7:30-14:40

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/2

23:35-15:25

1 stop21h 50m

R14 804

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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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 September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 756.

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 305. 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 R15 278.

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 R12 962. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R16 104 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 312 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 839 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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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.

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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 R9 588Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 391 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R10 993Free CancellationRating
7,2
886 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 271Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 661 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 124Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 284 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom R12 255Free CancellationRating
7,2
174 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R12 699Free CancellationRating
7,1
120 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 100Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 045 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 422Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 400 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

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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Once all potential Johannesburg to Shanghai flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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