Question 1

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

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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.

Question 2

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

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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.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Shanghai?

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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.

Question 4

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

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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.

Question 5

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

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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 166.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

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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.

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

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The cheapest airport near Shanghai is typically Hangzhou Airport, with an average price of R4 063/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.

Question 8

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

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The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Shanghai from Phuket City for R3 233. This is 45% 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.

Question 9

Are there flights to Huangpu?

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Yes, if you fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl in Shanghai which is the closest available airport to Huangpu (14,3 km away).

Question 10

What’s the closest airport to The Bund?

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The closest airport to The Bund is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, 15,3 km away.

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

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For flights from South Africa to Shanghai, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as Qatar Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Question 12

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shanghai?

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

Question 13

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shanghai?

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As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights to Shanghai.

Question 14

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

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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.

Question 15

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

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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.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

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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 757.

Question 17

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

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Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Shanghai you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl takes 21h on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl takes 27h 10m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Question 18

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

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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 205 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 499 on momondo.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	17% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai costs on average just R11 063 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	10% more expensive	It costs about R14 632 for flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	336% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R6 977
Best Round-Trip Price	R12 532
Fastest flight time	27h 10m
Popular in	December

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