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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg from R9 140

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Cathay Pacific Logo
7:10 - 7:25
PVG
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JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
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11:10 - 20:15
JNB
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PVG
27h 05m
1 stop
R13 007Cathay Pacific
Sat, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 2
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12:50 - 7:25
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JNB
24h 35m
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11:10 - 20:15
JNB
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PVG
27h 05m
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R13 023Cathay Pacific
Sat, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 2
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0:35 - 16:10
PVG
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JNB
21h 35m
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14:45 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
19h 35m
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R13 327Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18
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0:35 - 16:10
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JNB
21h 35m
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Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 16:20
JNB
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PVG
19h 35m
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R13 343Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18
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13:35 - 7:25
SHA
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JNB
23h 50m
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11:00 - 15:20
JNB
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SHA
22h 20m
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R14 957Cathay Pacific
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26
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13:20 - 7:55
SHA
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JNB
24h 35m
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Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 15:35
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SHA
22h 25m
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R15 213Cathay Pacific
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 7:55
SHA
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JNB
24h 35m
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Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 12:05
JNB
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SHA
18h 55m
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R15 229Cathay Pacific
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
Qatar Airways Logo
0:35 - 18:10
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JNB
47h 35m
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14:45 - 16:20
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PVG
19h 35m
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R15 436Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18
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0:35 - 8:25
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JNB
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14:45 - 16:20
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R16 155Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18
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15:30 - 8:20
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10:25 - 22:50
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30h 25m
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R16 667Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26

Qatar Airways flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
May 13
PVG0:35Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 35m
1 stop
JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 18
JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m
1 stop
PVG16:20Shanghai Pu Dong
R13 327
Qatar Airways
May 13
PVG0:35Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 35m
1 stop
JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 18
JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m
1 stop
PVG16:20Shanghai Pu Dong
R13 343
Qatar Airways
May 13
PVG0:35Shanghai Pu Dong
47h 35m
3 stops
JNB18:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 18
JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m
1 stop
PVG16:20Shanghai Pu Dong
R15 436

Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Mar 28
PVG7:10Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 2
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 05m
1 stop
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
R13 007
Cathay Pacific
Mar 28
PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 35m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 2
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 05m
1 stop
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
R13 023
Cathay Pacific
Mar 19
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 26
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
R14 957

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 4 February 2026.
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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/3

7:10-7:25

1 stop30h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

11:10-20:15

1 stop27h 05m

R13 007

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/3

12:50-7:25

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

11:10-20:15

1 stop27h 05m

R13 023

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R13 327

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R13 343

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R14 957

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

13:20-7:55

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

11:10-15:35

1 stop22h 25m

R15 213

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

13:20-7:55

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

R15 229

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

0:35-18:10

3 stops47h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R15 436

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

0:35-8:25

2 stops61h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R16 155

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

10:25-22:50

3 stops30h 25m

R16 667

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Shanghai is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 560, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of March, then departing from Shanghai during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 784.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Shanghai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around R13 492 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Shanghai for as low as R11 649 on momondo.

Cheap Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Fastest flight time

23h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 23h 20m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
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  • How far is Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    Shanghai and Johannesburg OR Tambo are 11753,8 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 23h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Prices for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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EmiratesPriceFrom R7 975Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 502 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R9 449Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 159 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R10 685Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 445 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R12 034Free CancellationRating
7,2
955 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 351Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 729 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R12 608Free CancellationRating
7,2
138 reviews
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