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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R7 874

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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15
JNB
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PVG
19h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 13:05
PVG
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JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R11 607Ethiopian Air
Thu, Mar 12 - Sat, Mar 21
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 22:20
JNB
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PVG
26h 40m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:10 - 18:35
PVG
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JNB
24h 25m1 stop
R11 641Singapore Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:40
JNB
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PVG
20h 50m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R11 692Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15
JNB
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PVG
19h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 13:05
PVG
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JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R11 845Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:40
JNB
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PVG
20h 50m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R11 896Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 25
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:40
JNB
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PVG
20h 50m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 8:20
PVG
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JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R11 913Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 27
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 12:45
CPT
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PVG
20h 05m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:50 - 9:25
PVG
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CPT
25h 35m2 stops
R12 731Singapore Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
Air China Logo
10:10 - 16:25
JNB
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SHA
24h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
14:00 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
23h 40m2 stops
R13 839Air China
Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27
Air China Logo
10:10 - 11:25
JNB
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SHA
19h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
11:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
26h 10m2 stops
R13 856Air China
Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 10:40
CPT
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SHA
40h 05m2 stops
XiamenAir Logo
12:10 - 10:30
SHA
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CPT
52h 20m2 stops
R16 515XiamenAir
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29

Air China flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Air China
Apr 8
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 05m
2 stops
PVG10:15Shanghai Pu Dong
Apr 15
PVG18:50Shanghai Pu Dong
42h 50m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 669
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Air China
Jan 23
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 27
SHA9:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 35m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 839
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Air China
Jan 23
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 27
SHA11:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 856
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Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific
Mar 8
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 16
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 799
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Cathay Pacific
Apr 19
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 25
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 902
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Cathay Pacific
Mar 13
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 20
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 021
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Shanghai 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 10 December 2025.
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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/3

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 607

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

13:40-22:20

1 stop26h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/3

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R11 641

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 692

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 845

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 896

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 913

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

10:40-12:45

2 stops20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/3

13:50-9:25

2 stops25h 35m

R12 731

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

10:10-16:25

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/1

14:00-7:40

2 stops23h 40m

R13 839

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/1

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

R13 856

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

12:35-10:40

2 stops40h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/1

12:10-10:30

2 stops52h 20m

R16 515

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Shanghai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 692.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R13 097. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R15 039.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R12 759. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R15 852 on average. Flights to Shanghai from South Africa in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R13 074 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from South Africa for as low as R10 857 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

17h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Shanghai takes 17h 05m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Shanghai.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Shanghai?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Shanghai

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Rating
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 426Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 412 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 713Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 677 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R10 770Free CancellationRating
7,2
902 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R11 448Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 331 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom R12 064Free CancellationRating
7,2
178 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R12 454Free CancellationRating
7,2
127 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R12 908Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 093 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 966Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 434 reviews
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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Shanghai?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Shanghai from South Africa.

Can I find flights from South Africa to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Shanghai from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Shanghai from South Africa.

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