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Prices for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

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As of November 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport?

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 from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R24 143. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Tuesday is R30 990.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Shanghai to Cape Town in the afternoon for as low as R22 953. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R24 963 per ticket.

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How far is Shanghai to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Cape Town Intl is 12968,7 km away from Shanghai. Typically, this will take 32h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of November 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport?
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 from Shanghai to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R15 482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 661 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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