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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R10 457

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 8/8. 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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19:50 - 22:20JNB-PVG
20h 30m1 stop
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8:20 - 6:10PVG-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
R11 465Singapore Airlines
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ti., nov. 11 - ti., nov. 25
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19:50 - 13:25JNB-PVG
35h 35m1 stop
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0:35 - 18:35PVG-JNB
24h 00m1 stop
R11 483Singapore Airlines
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on., aug. 20 - ti., aug. 26
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14:30 - 15:45JNB-PVG
19h 15m1 stop
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0:20 - 13:05PVG-JNB
18h 45m1 stop
R11 987Ethiopian Air
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13:00 - 16:20CPT-PVG
21h 20m1 stop
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23:45 - 17:25PVG-CPT
23h 40m1 stop
R12 869Qatar Airways
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15:20 - 16:20CPT-PVG
43h 00m2 stops
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23:45 - 17:25PVG-CPT
23h 40m1 stop
R15 785Qatar Airways
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18:25 - 22:20CPT-PVG
21h 55m1 stop
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7:15 - 16:50PVG-CPT
39h 35m1 stop
R16 397Emirates
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on., sep. 10 - on., sep. 17
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11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
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13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R16 631Cathay Pacific
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fr., jun. 13 - ma., jun. 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 15:45JNB-PVG
23h 35m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:20 - 13:05PVG-JNB
18h 45m1 stop
R18 844Ethiopian Air
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fr., jun. 13 - sø., jun. 22
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
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13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
R19 546Cathay Pacific
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on., aug. 20 - on., aug. 27
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13:25 - 22:20JNB-PVG
26h 55m1 stop
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0:05 - 10:15PVG-JNB
40h 10m1 stop
R20 734Emirates
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Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Shanghai

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on South Africa to Shanghai flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Nov 11
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m
1 stop
PVG22:20Shanghai Pu Dong
Nov 25
PVG8:20Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 50m
1 stop
JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 465
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Singapore Airlines
Aug 20
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 35m
1 stop
PVG13:25Shanghai Pu Dong
Aug 26
PVG0:35Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 483
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Singapore Airlines
Aug 16
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
37h 55m
2 stops
PVG6:35Shanghai Pu Dong
Aug 23
PVG0:35Shanghai Pu Dong
38h 50m
2 stops
CPT9:25Cape Town Intl
R16 847
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Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to Shanghai

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Ethiopian Air
Jun 13
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong
Jun 22
PVG0:20Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 45m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 915
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Ethiopian Air
Jun 13
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong
Jun 22
PVG0:20Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 45m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 987
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Ethiopian Air
Jun 8
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong
Jun 12
PVG0:20Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 45m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 023
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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 473.

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 831. 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 882.

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 474. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R16 740 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 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around R14 028 when searching 14 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 663 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R10 457

Fastest flight time

16h 55m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R10 457. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 465.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Shanghai takes 16h 55m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg Lanseria 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 193Free CancellationRating
7,2
92 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R8 899Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 299 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 404Free CancellationRating
7,2
777 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 584Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 582 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 666Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 210 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 513Free CancellationRating
7,5
880 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R15 590Free CancellationRating
8,0
3 250 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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