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14:00 - 8:20PVG-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
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9:50 - 12:50JNB-PVG
21h 00m1 stop
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Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 22
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14:00 - 8:20PVG-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
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9:50 - 12:50JNB-PVG
21h 00m1 stop
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Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 21
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16:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
20h 50m1 stop
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11:20 - 20:55JNB-SHA
27h 35m1 stop
R13 852Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 22
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13:45 - 7:25PVG-JNB
23h 40m1 stop
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11:20 - 20:15JNB-PVG
26h 55m1 stop
R13 852Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 22
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
23h 50m1 stop
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11:00 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 20m1 stop
R15 462Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 26
Air China Logo
9:05 - 7:40SHA-JNB
28h 35m1 stop
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10:10 - 20:00JNB-SHA
27h 50m2 stops
R15 548Air China
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Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 21
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6:15 - 5:35PVG-JNB
29h 20m1 stop
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10:25 - 15:05JNB-PVG
22h 40m1 stop
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6:15 - 5:35PVG-JNB
29h 20m1 stop
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10:25 - 15:05JNB-PVG
22h 40m1 stop
R16 466Emirates
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0:10 - 6:10PVG-JNB
36h 00m1 stop
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13:40 - 12:45JNB-PVG
17h 05m1 stop
R19 687Singapore Airlines
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13:50 - 18:35PVG-JNB
34h 45m1 stop
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13:40 - 12:45JNB-PVG
41h 05m1 stop
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Etihad Airways flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Nov 18
PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 20m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 22
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong
R12 051
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Etihad Airways
Nov 18
PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 20m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 21
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong
R12 068
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Emirates flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Emirates
Dec 10
PVG6:15Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 6
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m
1 stop
PVG15:05Shanghai Pu Dong
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Emirates
Dec 10
PVG6:15Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 6
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m
1 stop
PVG15:05Shanghai Pu Dong
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Emirates
Dec 10
PVG6:15Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 6
JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m
1 stop
PVG15:05Shanghai Pu Dong
R16 535
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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 1 November 2025.
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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R12 051

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R12 068

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/11

16:35-7:25

1 stop20h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

11:20-20:55

1 stop27h 35m

R13 852

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/11

13:45-7:25

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

11:20-20:15

1 stop26h 55m

R13 852

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R15 462

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/11

9:05-7:40

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

10:10-20:00

2 stops27h 50m

R15 548

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/12

6:15-5:35

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

10:25-15:05

1 stop22h 40m

R16 379

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/12

6:15-5:35

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

10:25-15:05

1 stop22h 40m

R16 466

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/2

0:10-6:10

1 stop36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

13:40-12:45

1 stop17h 05m

R19 687

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/2

13:50-18:35

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

13:40-12:45

1 stop41h 05m

R20 414

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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 557, 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 609.

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 R15 231. 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 R20 351.

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 659 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 R18 205.

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 625 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 622 on momondo.

Cheap Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals and tips

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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 18h 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.

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  • 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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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R8 658Free CancellationRating
7,2
884 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R10 730Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 389 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R11 764Free CancellationRating
7,1
119 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 063Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 044 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R13 189Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 661 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 740Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 396 reviews
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