Flights to Shanghai

R6 746 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 21/9. 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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19:50 - 6:35JNB-PVG
28h 45m1 stop
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0:35 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 00m1 stop
R11 592Singapore Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 22
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19:50 - 22:45JNB-PVG
20h 55m1 stop
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0:35 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 00m1 stop
R11 805Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9
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20:25 - 16:20JNB-PVG
37h 55m1 stop
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0:35 - 16:10PVG-JNB
21h 35m1 stop
R12 817Qatar Airways
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Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 8
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9:25 - 14:40JNB-PVG
23h 15m1 stop
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23:35 - 15:25PVG-JNB
21h 50m1 stop
R12 941Qatar Airways
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Tue, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 29
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14:35 - 15:45CPT-PVG
19h 10m1 stop
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0:20 - 13:00PVG-CPT
18h 40m1 stop
R15 072Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 15:45CPT-PVG
19h 10m1 stop
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0:20 - 13:00PVG-CPT
18h 40m1 stop
R15 320Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
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13:40 - 21:05CPT-PVG
25h 25m1 stop
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23:00 - 16:45PVG-CPT
23h 45m1 stop
R15 764Emirates
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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 10
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11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
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13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R15 977Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
R16 350Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 22:20JNB-PVG
21h 10m1 stop
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7:15 - 20:50PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R16 403Emirates
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Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9

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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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 320.

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 642. 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 South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R15 665.

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 421. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are R16 479 on average. Flights to Shanghai from South Africa in the evening 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 South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R13 642 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 344 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Shanghai

Find the cheapest flights to Shanghai from your nearest city or airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary14% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai costs on average just R11 805 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember26% more expensiveIt costs about R17 397 for flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTSeptember182% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September than any other month

Cheap Shanghai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R6 746

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 592

Fastest flight time

20h 05m

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December
The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 746 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
The best round-trip flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 592 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
The fastest flight to Shanghai from South Africa takes 20h 05m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
December has the highest demand for flights to Shanghai, with a 4% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Shanghai

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

Most flyers found that booking tickets 78 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 721.

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 Wuxi Airport, with an average price of R1 456/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 Jinan for R6 364. This is 20% 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 Jiading?

Yes, if you fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl in Shanghai which is the closest available airport to Jiading (16,2 km away).

What’s the closest airport to The Bund?

The closest airport to The Bund is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, 15,3 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?

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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