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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R9 898

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from South Africa to Shanghai departing on 10/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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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 438Ethiopian Air
Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 14:35
JNB
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PVG
18h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:50 - 18:35
PVG
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JNB
34h 45m1 stop
R11 759Singapore Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 24
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 895Etihad Airways
Mon, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 23
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 912Etihad Airways
Mon, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 23
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
R12 385Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 21:45
JNB
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PVG
26h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 15:35
PVG
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JNB
22h 00m1 stop
R12 419Qatar Airways
Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
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
R12 741Singapore Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 23
Air China Logo
10:10 - 16:05
JNB
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SHA
23h 55m2 stops
Air China Logo
21:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
40h 10m2 stops
R13 384Air China
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
Air China Logo
10:10 - 11:25
JNB
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SHA
19h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
20:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
41h 10m2 stops
R13 485Air China
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
Qatar Airways Logo
19:00 - 21:45
CPT
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PVG
20h 45m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 17:25
PVG
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CPT
29h 15m1 stop
R14 060Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17

Air China flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Air China
Jan 19
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 55m
2 stops
SHA16:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 26
SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 384
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Air China
Jan 19
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 26
SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 485
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Air China
Feb 2
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
SHA16:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 24
SHA14:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 40m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 773
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Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific
Feb 1
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 24
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 685
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 19
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 26
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 702
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 21
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 28
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 871
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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 7 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 438

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:40-14:35

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

13:50-18:35

1 stop34h 45m

R11 759

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 895

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 912

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R12 385

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R12 419

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:40-22:20

1 stop26h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/2

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 741

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

10:10-16:05

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/1

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

R13 384

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/1

20:30-7:40

2 stops41h 10m

R13 485

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

19:00-21:45

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/2

18:10-17:25

1 stop29h 15m

R14 060

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 607.

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 002. 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 R14 930.

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 666. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R15 737 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 R12 979 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 778 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

19h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Shanghai takes 19h 40m
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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 365Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 411 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 635Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 676 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R10 692Free CancellationRating
7,2
903 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R11 365Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 330 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom R11 976Free CancellationRating
7,2
178 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R12 364Free CancellationRating
7,2
127 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R12 815Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 085 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 864Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 429 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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