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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa from R9 035

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Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
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11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
R13 921Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
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11:05 - 15:20JNB-SHA
22h 15m1 stop
R13 939Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
Air China Logo
11:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
26h 10m2 stops
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10:10 - 20:55JNB-SHA
28h 45m2 stops
R14 993Air China
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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
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11:20 - 20:55JNB-SHA
27h 35m1 stop
R15 872Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
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11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
R16 259Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
Air China Logo
7:45 - 7:40SHA-JNB
29h 55m2 stops
Air China Logo
10:10 - 15:00JNB-SHA
22h 50m2 stops
R16 593Air China
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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
R18 421Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
R18 474Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 6
Air China Logo
20:25 - 7:40SHA-JNB
41h 15m2 stops
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10:10 - 14:45JNB-SHA
22h 35m2 stops
R18 685Air China
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Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 6
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13:15 - 13:05SHA-JNB
29h 50m3 stops
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11:20 - 13:05JNB-SHA
19h 45m2 stops
R22 604
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Air China flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa

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Air China
Oct 30
SHA11:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 3
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 45m
2 stops
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R14 993
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Air China
Oct 30
SHA7:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 55m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 3
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m
2 stops
SHA15:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R16 593
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Air China
Sept 29
SHA20:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 15m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 6
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m
2 stops
SHA14:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R18 685
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Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa

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Cathay Pacific
Oct 30
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 3
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R13 921
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 30
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 3
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R13 939
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Cathay Pacific
Sept 28
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 5
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R15 872
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2025.
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ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

R13 921

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

11:05-15:20

1 stop22h 15m

R13 939

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

10:10-20:55

2 stops28h 45m

R14 993

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 28/9

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

11:20-20:55

1 stop27h 35m

R15 872

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 28/9

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

R16 259

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

7:45-7:40

2 stops29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

10:10-15:00

2 stops22h 50m

R16 593

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/12

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

R18 421

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/12

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

R18 474

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/9

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

10:10-14:45

2 stops22h 35m

R18 685

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 28/9

13:15-13:05

3 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

11:20-13:05

2 stops19h 45m

R22 604

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 496, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until April to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 552.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R15 064. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R18 654. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 646 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R19 064.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R15 098 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for as low as R12 796 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa flight.

Cheap Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa

Best price found

R9 035

Fastest flight time

20h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in South Africa

2 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is R9 035. The best return flight deal from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 921.
The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa takes 20h 50m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to South Africa

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8,1
1 347 reviews
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7,3
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7,6
968 reviews
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828 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R13 389Free CancellationRating
7,4
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 250Free CancellationRating
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Can I find flights from Shanghai to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Shanghai with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Shanghai to South Africa?

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

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

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