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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg from R6 668

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Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 15:25
PVG
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JNB
27h 15m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:40
JNB
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PVG
18h 55m1 stop
R13 286Qatar Airways
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 7:25
SHA
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JNB
38h 55m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 15:20
JNB
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SHA
22h 20m1 stop
R13 470Cathay Pacific
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:25
SHA
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JNB
23h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 12:20
JNB
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SHA
19h 20m1 stop
R13 487Cathay Pacific
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:30 - 7:25
PVG
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JNB
28h 55m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 17:45
JNB
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PVG
24h 45m1 stop
R13 487Cathay Pacific
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:10 - 7:40
PVG
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JNB
40h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 - 21:00
JNB
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PVG
28h 50m1 stop
R14 777Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 31 - Fri, Mar 20
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40
PVG
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JNB
43h 10m2 stops
Air China Logo
10:10 - 21:00
JNB
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PVG
28h 50m1 stop
R14 995Air China
Wed, Dec 31 - Fri, Mar 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 13:05
PVG
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JNB
19h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 16:15
JNB
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PVG
35h 15m1 stop
R15 062Ethiopian Air
Fri, Feb 6 - Thu, Feb 26
Air China Logo
21:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
40h 10m2 stops
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:10
JNB
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SHA
22h 00m1 stop
R15 263Air China
Wed, Dec 31 - Fri, Mar 20
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35
PVG
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JNB
22h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 14:40
JNB
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PVG
19h 55m1 stop
R15 413Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 4
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40
PVG
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JNB
43h 10m2 stops
Air China Logo
10:10 - 0:25
JNB
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PVG
32h 15m2 stops
R15 598Air China
Wed, Dec 31 - Fri, Mar 20

Ethiopian Air flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Feb 6
PVG23:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 35m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 26
JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 15m
1 stop
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
R15 062
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Ethiopian Air
Feb 6
PVG23:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 35m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 26
JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 50m
2 stops
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
R23 824
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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
Mar 5
PVG18:10Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 15m
1 stop
JNB15:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 9
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
PVG14:40Shanghai Pu Dong
R13 286
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Qatar Airways
Mar 1
PVG23:35Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 00m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 4
JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 55m
1 stop
PVG14:40Shanghai Pu Dong
R15 413
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Qatar Airways
Mar 5
PVG18:10Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 15m
1 stop
JNB15:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 9
JNB8:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m
2 stops
PVG14:40Shanghai Pu Dong
R16 050
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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 19 December 2025.
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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

18:10-15:25

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

R13 286

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/2

22:30-7:25

1 stop38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R13 470

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 487

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/1

8:30-7:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

11:00-17:45

1 stop24h 45m

R13 487

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

21:10-7:40

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:10-21:00

1 stop28h 50m

R14 777

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:10-21:00

1 stop28h 50m

R14 995

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-16:15

1 stop35h 15m

R15 062

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:10-14:10

1 stop22h 00m

R15 263

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-14:40

1 stop19h 55m

R15 413

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:10-0:25

2 stops32h 15m

R15 598

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 118, 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 February, then departing from Shanghai during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 168.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as R14 738. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Shanghai because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R19 692.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Shanghai in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 152 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the morning when prices are around R17 615.

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 R14 095 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 R12 213 on momondo.

Cheap Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

27h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 27h 15m
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 27h 15m.

  • 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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Free Cancellation
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R8 378Free CancellationRating
7,2
913 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R10 383Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 414 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R12 640Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 099 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 762Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 687 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R13 219Free CancellationRating
7,2
131 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 506Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 440 reviews
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