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R6 544 Cheap flights to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Shanghai departing on 27/7. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 18:05
JNB
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PVG
39h 40m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
14:30 - 19:20
PVG
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JNB
34h 50m
1 stop
R11 865Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Aug 13
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 13:25
JNB
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PVG
17h 40m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:10 - 19:20
PVG
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JNB
30h 10m
1 stop
R11 898Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 22
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
20h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 229Qatar Airways
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
20h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 394Qatar Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 27
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 22:35
JNB
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PVG
26h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 9:00
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 576Qatar Airways
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 16:20
CPT
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PVG
21h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 17:30
PVG
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CPT
28h 50m
1 stop
R12 609Qatar Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Tue, Aug 4
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 707Air China
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
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SHA
22h 15m
1 stop
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
43h 10m
2 stops
R16 724Air China
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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17:45 - 10:00
CPT
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SHA
34h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 11:40
SHA
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CPT
30h 00m
2 stops
R27 267Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 - 12:05
CPT
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SHA
23h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
25h 50m
2 stops
R30 473Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Tue, Aug 4

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

20:25-18:05

1 stop39h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/8

14:30-19:20

1 stop34h 50m

R11 865

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

13:45-13:25

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/10

19:10-19:20

1 stop30h 10m

R11 898
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

14:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 29/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R12 229

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

14:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 27/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R12 394

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

14:05-22:35

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 29/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R12 576

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

18:40-17:30

1 stop28h 50m

R12 609

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

17:30-7:40

2 stops44h 10m

R16 707

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R16 724

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

17:45-10:00

2 stops34h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

11:40-11:40

2 stops30h 00m

R27 267

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

7:00-12:05

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/8

16:50-12:40

2 stops25h 50m

R30 473

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Shanghai flights insights and trends

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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 South Africa during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 651.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R13 183 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 South Africa for as low as R11 485 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Shanghai

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary16% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai costs on average just R11 089 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust17% more expensiveIt costs about R15 451 for flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTJuly542% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July than any other month

Cheap Shanghai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R6 544

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 865

Fastest flight time

20h 15m

Popular in

September
The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 5 days is R6 544 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The best round-trip flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 5 days is R11 865 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The fastest flight to Shanghai from South Africa takes 20h 15m (Cape Town Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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September has the highest demand for flights to Shanghai, with a 15% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 90 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Shanghai. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R13 106.

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

Those flying to Shanghai could potentially find better pricing at Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (30 km from Shanghai city centre), Suzhou Airport (104 km from Shanghai city centre), Wuxi Airport (106 km from Shanghai city centre), Nantong Airport (107 km from Shanghai city centre) or Hangzhou Airport (149 km from Shanghai city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

The cheapest airport near Shanghai is typically Hangzhou Airport, with an average price of R3 162/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Shanghai from Tokyo for R3 980. This is 34% cheaper than most flight deals to Shanghai. To find the cheapest price to Shanghai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Huangpu?

Yes, if you fly to Shanghai Pu Dong in Shanghai which is the closest available airport to Huangpu (32,3 km away).

What’s the closest airport to The Bund?

The closest airport to The Bund is Shanghai Pu Dong, 31,8 km away.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shanghai?

Prices for flights to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shanghai?

As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Shanghai?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Shanghai on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Shanghai that suits you.

Can I find flights to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Shanghai?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Shanghai by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Shanghai flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

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