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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R9 022

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 6/7. 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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Air China Logo
10:10 - 19:30
JNB
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SHA
27h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
43h 10m
2 stops
R15 821Air China
Mon, Jul 27 - Wed, Aug 12
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10:10 - 15:20
JNB
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SHA
23h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
25h 15m
2 stops
R15 904Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Aug 13
Air China Logo
10:10 - 16:00
JNB
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SHA
23h 50m
2 stops
Air China Logo
20:25 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
41h 15m
2 stops
R16 150Air China
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 10
Air China Logo
10:10 - 16:00
JNB
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SHA
23h 50m
2 stops
Air China Logo
20:25 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
41h 15m
2 stops
R16 216Air China
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 10
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
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SHA
22h 15m
1 stop
Air China Logo
16:35 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
45h 05m
2 stops
R16 249Air China
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 10
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10:10 - 14:25
JNB
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SHA
22h 15m
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Air China Logo
16:35 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
21h 05m
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R16 332Air China
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Aug 13
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
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SHA
22h 15m
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Air China Logo
21:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
40h 10m
2 stops
R16 562Air China
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Aug 12
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10:10 - 21:50
JNB
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SHA
29h 40m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
21h 05m
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R16 661Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Aug 13
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9:45 - 19:10
JNB
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SHA
27h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:50 - 8:20
SHA
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JNB
25h 30m
2 stops
R16 957Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 13 - Sun, Jul 26
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
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SHA
22h 15m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:30 - 7:40
SHA
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JNB
39h 10m
2 stops
R16 990Air China
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29

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Air China flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Jul 27
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m
2 stops
SHA14:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 13
SHA11:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 821
Air China
Jul 24
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 50m
2 stops
SHA16:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 10
SHA20:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 15m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 150
Air China
Jul 24
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 50m
2 stops
SHA16:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 10
SHA20:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 15m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 216

Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jul 12
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 28
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 069
Cathay Pacific
Jul 12
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 26
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 266
Cathay Pacific
Jul 24
JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 31
SHA16:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 332

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

10:10-19:30

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/8

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R15 821

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

10:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/8

12:25-7:40

2 stops25h 15m

R15 904

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

10:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/8

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R16 150

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

10:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/8

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R16 216

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/8

16:35-7:40

2 stops45h 05m

R16 249
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/8

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R16 332

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/8

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

R16 562

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

10:10-21:50

1 stop29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/8

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R16 661

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

9:45-19:10

2 stops27h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/7

12:50-8:20

2 stops25h 30m

R16 957

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 29/7

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R16 990

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R5 202, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in March, then you should wait until July to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R7 705.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around R13 150 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from South Africa for as low as R11 475 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight.

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Fastest flight time

18h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 18h 55m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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

    Prices for flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    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 Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Rating
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Price
Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R5 584Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 007 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R9 427Free CancellationRating
7,3
155 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R9 437Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 546 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 881Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 727 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R11 453Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 454 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom R11 634Free CancellationRating
7,3
224 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 378Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 384 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 464Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 591 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Shanghai?

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

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from South Africa on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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