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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R9 119

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 14/2. 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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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Shanghai

These are some of the best return flight deals from South Africa to Shanghai that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
13:45 - 15:05JNB-PVG
19h 20m1 stop
16:50 - 18:35PVG-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
R10 314Singapore Airlines
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Thu, May 22 - Thu, May 29
10:40 - 22:45CPT-PVG
30h 05m2 stops
0:35 - 9:25PVG-CPT
38h 50m2 stops
R11 344Singapore Airlines
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Tue, Jun 17 - Mon, Aug 4
14:35 - 16:15JNB-PVG
19h 40m1 stop
23:30 - 13:10PVG-JNB
19h 40m1 stop
R11 583Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 18
14:30 - 15:45JNB-PVG
19h 15m1 stop
0:20 - 13:05PVG-JNB
18h 45m1 stop
R11 675Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 27
20:00 - 14:20JNB-PVG
36h 20m1 stop
23:45 - 15:30PVG-JNB
21h 45m1 stop
R12 135Qatar Airways
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Sun, Mar 16 - Sun, Mar 23
10:10 - 17:55JNB-SHA
25h 45m2 stops
20:25 - 7:40SHA-JNB
41h 15m2 stops
R13 992Air China
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Wed, Mar 26 - Wed, Apr 2
12:35 - 14:20CPT-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
23:45 - 10:40PVG-CPT
40h 55m1 stop
R14 065Qatar Airways
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Thu, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 23
10:10 - 13:55JNB-PVG
21h 45m1 stop
18:50 - 7:40PVG-JNB
42h 50m2 stops
R14 764Air China
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Mon, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 28
13:25 - 21:05JNB-PVG
25h 40m1 stop
7:15 - 20:50PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R16 933Emirates
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Mon, Mar 17 - Wed, Apr 2
22:20 - 22:20JNB-PVG
18h 00m1 stop
0:05 - 16:15PVG-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
R17 191Emirates
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Thu, Apr 24 - Thu, May 1

Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to Shanghai

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on South Africa to Shanghai flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Mar 11
JNB14:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m
1 stop
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
Mar 18
PVG23:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 40m
1 stop
JNB13:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 583
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Ethiopian Air
Apr 14
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong
Apr 27
PVG0:20Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 45m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 675
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Ethiopian Air
Mar 16
JNB14:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m
1 stop
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
Mar 25
PVG23:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 40m
1 stop
JNB13:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 767
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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Shanghai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Shanghai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Mar 16
JNB20:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 20m
1 stop
PVG14:20Shanghai Pu Dong
Mar 23
PVG23:45Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 45m
1 stop
JNB15:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 135
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Qatar Airways
Mar 13
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
19h 45m
1 stop
PVG14:20Shanghai Pu Dong
Mar 23
PVG23:45Shanghai Pu Dong
40h 55m
1 stop
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
R14 065
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Qatar Airways
Mar 16
JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 30m
3 stops
PVG14:20Shanghai Pu Dong
Mar 23
PVG23:45Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 45m
1 stop
JNB15:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 635
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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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 649.

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 R14 129. 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 R16 224.

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 R13 764. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R17 100 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 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R14 533 when searching 17 weeks out.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 R11 601 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Shanghai

Best price found

R9 119

Fastest flight time

16h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R9 119. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 314.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Shanghai takes 16h 45m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cape Town Intl Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to Shanghai refresh daily.

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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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Air ChinaPriceFrom R7 348Free CancellationRating
7,0
86 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 331Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 311 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R10 564Free CancellationRating
7,5
824 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R11 706Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 183 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 918Free CancellationRating
7,2
774 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 041Free CancellationRating
7,5
3 679 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R15 977Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 304 reviews
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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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