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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R8 194

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10:10 - 14:25JNB-SHA
22h 15m1 stop
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17:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
44h 10m2 stops
R13 233
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Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 27
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10:10 - 10:55JNB-SHA
42h 45m2 stops
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20:25 - 7:40SHA-JNB
41h 15m2 stops
R14 132Air China
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20
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11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
R14 308Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 27
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11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
R14 484Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
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11:20 - 20:55JNB-SHA
27h 35m1 stop
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13:20 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 20m1 stop
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Sun, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
R14 607Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25JNB-SHA
22h 15m1 stop
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15:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
22h 05m1 stop
R14 925Air China
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Wed, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 30
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 12:20JNB-SHA
19h 15m1 stop
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13:35 - 7:40SHA-JNB
24h 05m1 stop
R14 960Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 12:05JNB-SHA
18h 45m1 stop
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22:30 - 7:40SHA-JNB
39h 10m1 stop
R15 013Cathay Pacific
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Oct 6
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13:00 - 14:45CPT-SHA
43h 45m2 stops
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8:10 - 10:50SHA-CPT
56h 40m2 stops
R28 915XiamenAir
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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
Oct 13
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 45m
2 stops
SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 20
SHA20:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 15m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 132
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Air China
Sept 17
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sept 30
SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 925
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Air China
Oct 13
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 20
SHA18:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 277
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Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific
Oct 15
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 27
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 308
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 28
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 4
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 484
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Cathay Pacific
Sept 21
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 6
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 537
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 27 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/10

17:30-7:40

2 stops44h 10m

R13 233

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

10:10-10:55

2 stops42h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 20/10

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R14 132

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/10

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

R14 308

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/11

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

R14 484

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

11:20-20:55

1 stop27h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/10

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

R14 537

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 25/11

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

R14 607

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/9

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 30/9

15:35-7:40

1 stop22h 05m

R14 925

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/11

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

R14 960

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/9

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/10

22:30-7:40

1 stop39h 10m

R15 013

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

13:00-14:45

2 stops43h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/10

8:10-10:50

2 stops56h 40m

R28 915

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

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 Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 612, 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 February, then you should wait until March to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 753.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R13 421. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. 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 942.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at midday for as low as R13 182. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the afternoon when prices are around R16 472.

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 527 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 030 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals and tips

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

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  • 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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R9 761Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 352 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 227Free CancellationRating
7,2
845 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 469Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 607 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom R13 065Free CancellationRating
7,3
95 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R13 278Free CancellationRating
7,6
977 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 421Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 239 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 540Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 320 reviews
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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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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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