Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Shanghai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to Johannesburg?

Etihad Airways, China Eastern, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Johannesburg

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg?

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg.

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

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 Johannesburg.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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23:30 - 20:10

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JNB

26h 40m

1 stop

23:00 - 16:15

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PVG

35h 15m

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R11 861Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 14

23:30 - 13:05

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19h 35m

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8:20 - 16:15

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R12 149Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 17

23:30 - 3:55

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JNB

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R12 517Ethiopian Air

Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 15

23:30 - 20:10

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26h 40m

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14:30 - 16:15

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R13 188Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 16

0:35 - 16:10

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21h 35m

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14:45 - 16:20

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19h 35m

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R13 300Qatar Airways

Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18

0:35 - 16:10

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21h 35m

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14:45 - 16:20

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R13 316Qatar Airways

Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18

13:35 - 7:25

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R13 795Cathay Pacific

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20

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Sun, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 16

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R14 179Air China

Sat, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 16

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22h 00m

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R14 755Air China

Sat, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 18

China Eastern flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg

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China Eastern

Feb 6

PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 18

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

2 stops

PVG23:55Shanghai Pu Dong

R16 353

China Eastern

Feb 6

PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

2 stops

PVG23:55Shanghai Pu Dong

R16 961

China Eastern

Feb 7

PVG21:05Shanghai Pu Dong

41h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 14

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong

R17 632

Emirates flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg

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Emirates

Feb 6

PVG6:15Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 26

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m

1 stop

PVG21:05Shanghai Pu Dong

R16 529

Emirates

Feb 9

PVG23:00Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 35m

1 stop

JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 27

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 15m

1 stop

PVG21:05Shanghai Pu Dong

R18 239

Emirates

Feb 9

PVG23:00Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 26

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 40m

1 stop

PVG21:05Shanghai Pu Dong

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R12 517. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Shanghai averaging around R12 565.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R13 488 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai for as low as R11 653 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 20m
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The fastest flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg takes 24h 20m

There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai to Johannesburg.

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How far is Shanghai to Johannesburg by plane?
Shanghai and Johannesburg are 11774,4 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg?
As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Johannesburg?
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 Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R9 452	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 147 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R9 907	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 439 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R12 038	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 952 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 356	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom R12 612	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights

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