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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R7 836

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Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 12:45JNB-PVG
34h 50m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:25 - 18:35PVG-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
R11 874Singapore Airlines
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Sat, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 16:15JNB-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 13:05PVG-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R12 473Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
Air China Logo
10:10 - 11:25JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
43h 10m2 stops
R13 174Air China
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
Air China Logo
10:10 - 11:25JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
19:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
42h 10m2 stops
R13 191Air China
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 15:30JNB-PVG
35h 10m1 stop
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0:05 - 16:15PVG-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
R14 166Emirates
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Mon, May 11 - Wed, Jun 17
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 15:20JNB-SHA
22h 20m1 stop
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22:30 - 7:25SHA-JNB
38h 55m1 stop
R15 552Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 15:20JNB-SHA
22h 20m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:25SHA-JNB
23h 50m1 stop
R15 638Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 21:45JNB-PVG
26h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 9:05PVG-JNB
39h 30m2 stops
R15 843Qatar Airways
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Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 14:40CPT-PVG
20h 05m1 stop
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18:10 - 17:25PVG-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
R16 065Qatar Airways
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Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 15:05CPT-PVG
38h 35m1 stop
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23:00 - 16:45PVG-CPT
23h 45m1 stop
R16 527Emirates
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Air China flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Air China
Jan 12
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 19
SHA18:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 174
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Air China
Jan 12
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 19
SHA19:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 191
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Air China
May 11
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 45m
2 stops
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 18
SHA7:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 45m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 379
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Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific
Jan 12
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 19
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 552
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 12
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 19
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 638
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 18
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 20m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 1
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 894
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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 30 November 2025.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

19:55-12:45

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/2

16:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

R11 874

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 473

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R13 174

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

19:30-7:40

2 stops42h 10m

R13 191

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

22:20-15:30

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/6

0:05-16:15

1 stop22h 10m

R14 166

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

22:30-7:25

1 stop38h 55m

R15 552

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

R15 638

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:35-9:05

2 stops39h 30m

R15 843

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

12:35-14:40

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

18:10-17:25

1 stop29h 15m

R16 065

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

18:30-15:05

1 stop38h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/3

23:00-16:45

1 stop23h 45m

R16 527

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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 651.

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 148. 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 097.

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 808. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R15 913 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 165 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 864 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 459Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 411 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 754Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 677 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R10 842Free CancellationRating
7,2
902 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R11 981Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 316 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom R12 113Free CancellationRating
7,2
178 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R12 502Free CancellationRating
7,2
126 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R12 958Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 076 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 019Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 428 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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