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R6 748 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 14/9. 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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Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 21:50
JNB
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PVG
18h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:50 - 9:10
PVG
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JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 587Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 14
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:50
JNB
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PVG
21h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
18:15 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
R12 636Etihad Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:40
JNB
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PVG
18h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35
PVG
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JNB
22h 00m
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R12 686Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 9:15
JNB
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PVG
17h 25m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
18:15 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
R12 917Etihad Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Jan 3
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
R13 463Singapore Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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20:25 - 22:45
JNB
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PVG
20h 20m
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Singapore Airlines Logo
8:05 - 19:20
PVG
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JNB
17h 15m
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R13 480Singapore Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 22:30
JNB
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PVG
30h 40m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
14:00 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
24h 20m
1 stop
R13 877China Eastern
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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9:50 - 22:05
JNB
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PVG
30h 15m
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7:50 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
30h 30m
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R14 075Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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9:50 - 0:25
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PVG
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7:50 - 8:20
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R14 191Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
China Eastern Logo
9:45 - 0:05
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PVG
32h 20m
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19:25 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
18h 55m
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R14 323China Eastern
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

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Locate flights to Shanghai that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 13 550 searches and data was last updated on 2 August 2026.
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

20:55-21:50

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/10

18:50-9:10

1 stop20h 20m

R12 587

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/12

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R12 636

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R12 686
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/1

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R12 917

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

20:25-22:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/10

8:05-19:20

1 stop17h 15m

R13 463

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

20:25-22:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/10

8:05-19:20

1 stop17h 15m

R13 480

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

9:50-22:30

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 877

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:50-22:05

2 stops30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/12

7:50-8:20

2 stops30h 30m

R14 075

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:50-0:25

3 stops32h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/12

7:50-8:20

2 stops30h 30m

R14 191

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:45-0:05

2 stops32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/10

19:25-8:20

1 stop18h 55m

R14 323

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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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 991.

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 338 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 760 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Shanghai

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary19% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai costs on average just R11 098 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust17% more expensiveIt costs about R15 895 for flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember300% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Shanghai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R6 748

Best Round-Trip Price

R12 587

Fastest flight time

26h 35m

Popular in

September
The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 5 days is R6 748 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The best return flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 5 days is R12 587 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The fastest flight to Shanghai from South Africa takes 26h 35m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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September has the highest demand for flights to Shanghai, with a 17% 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 550.

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 228/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 984. This is 33% 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 August 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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