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R7 085 Cheap flights to Shanghai

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Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 21:45
JNB
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PVG
26h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35
PVG
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JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
R11 942Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 13:00
JNB
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PVG
21h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
R11 990Etihad Airways
Sat, Apr 4 - Sat, May 2
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 13:00
JNB
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PVG
21h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
R12 006Etihad Airways
Fri, Apr 3 - Sat, May 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 22:20
CPT
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PVG
29h 40m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:05 - 9:25
PVG
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CPT
31h 20m
2 stops
R12 215Singapore Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Jun 16
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 22:45
JNB
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PVG
20h 55m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:35 - 18:35
PVG
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JNB
24h 00m
1 stop
R12 359Singapore Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Fri, Apr 17
Air China Logo
10:10 - 10:15
JNB
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PVG
42h 05m
2 stops
Air China Logo
16:20 - 7:40
PVG
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JNB
45h 20m
2 stops
R12 632Air China
Mon, Jun 15 - Wed, Jul 22
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:45
JNB
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SHA
22h 35m
2 stops
Air China Logo
19:25 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
42h 15m
2 stops
R12 632Air China
Mon, Jun 15 - Wed, Jul 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 - 14:10
JNB
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SHA
22h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
22h 05m
1 stop
R13 177Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 12:05
JNB
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SHA
18h 55m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
16:50 - 7:45
SHA
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JNB
20h 55m
1 stop
R14 892Cathay Pacific
Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 10:25
CPT
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SHA
34h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 12:40
SHA
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CPT
27h 05m
2 stops
R16 254Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19

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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 27 January 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R11 942

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/5

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 990

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/5

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R12 006

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

10:40-22:20

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

8:05-9:25

2 stops31h 20m

R12 215

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:50-22:45

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/4

0:35-18:35

1 stop24h 00m

R12 359

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

10:10-10:15

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/7

16:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

R12 632

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

10:10-14:45

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/7

19:25-7:40

2 stops42h 15m

R12 632

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

10:10-14:10

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

15:35-7:40

1 stop22h 05m

R13 177

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 23/6

16:50-7:45

1 stop20h 55m

R14 892

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

18:25-10:25

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

15:35-12:40

2 stops27h 05m

R16 254

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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 R10 997.

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 R12 288 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 R10 275 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary14% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai costs on average just R10 708 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember16% more expensiveIt costs about R14 443 for flights to Shanghai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTJuly191% 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

R7 085

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 942

Fastest flight time

27h 00m

Popular in

September
The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 085 (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 72 hours is R11 942 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The fastest flight to Shanghai from South Africa takes 27h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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September has the highest demand for flights to Shanghai, with a 13% 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 85 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 R12 440.

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 R5 211/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 Zhengzhou for R1 290. This is 82% 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?

As of January 2026, there are 9 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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