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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai from R13 840

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — SHA
May 3 — May 101
1 adult
Fri 3/5
Fri 10/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai?

To save up to 18% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 55 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from South Africa to Shanghai from R16 322 1-2 weeks out and tickets from R21 136 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Shanghai?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Shanghai. Flights to Shanghai from South Africa in November are about R17 516 on average during November, but can be found for as low as R11 565.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Shanghai (ZA - SHA)?

When flying from South Africa to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between South Africa and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 589 570 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Cathay Pacific flights heading from South Africa to Shanghai. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Fri 20/911:20JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 30/914:30PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R15 288
Fri 16/811:20JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 23/814:30PVG - JNB
2 stops31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R15 965
Fri 20/911:20JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 30/913:20SHA - JNB
1 stop24h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R16 266
Fri 20/920:15JNB - PVG
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 30/98:40PVG - JNB
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R16 698
Wed 11/913:35JNB - PVG
2 stops24h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 23/98:40PVG - JNB
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R17 093
Sat 17/813:35JNB - PVG
2 stops40h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 24/88:40PVG - JNB
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4R18 429
Tue 25/611:20JNB - PVG
1 stop28h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/714:30PVG - JNB
2 stops32h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4R19 218
Sat 17/813:35JNB - PVG
2 stops40h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 24/814:30PVG - JNB
2 stops32h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4R19 350
Thu 16/513:00CPT - PVG
2 stops27h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 24/513:25PVG - CPT
2 stops27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/4R19 425

Cheap Air China flights from South Africa to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air China for the route between South Africa and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 589 570 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Air China flights we've found from South Africa to Shanghai. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 24/610:10JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 00mAir China
Mon 1/718:50PVG - JNB
2 stops43h 10mAir China
Deal found 27/4R13 840
Mon 24/610:10JNB - PVG
2 stops30h 25mAir China
Mon 1/716:20PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 40mAir China
Deal found 27/4R14 254
Wed 11/910:10JNB - PVG
2 stops42h 05mAir China
Mon 23/918:50PVG - JNB
2 stops43h 10mAir China
Deal found 27/4R16 830
Fri 20/910:10JNB - SHA
2 stops25h 00mAir China
Mon 30/922:30SHA - JNB
2 stops39h 30mAir China
Deal found 27/4R19 143
Fri 16/810:10JNB - SHA
1 stop23h 20mAir China
Fri 23/822:10SHA - JNB
2 stops63h 50mAir China
Deal found 27/4R20 459
Fri 16/810:10JNB - SHA
2 stops23h 50mAir China
Fri 23/818:45SHA - JNB
3 stops67h 15mAir China
Deal found 27/4R21 080
Wed 11/910:10JNB - PVG
3 stops27h 55mAir China
Mon 23/922:20PVG - JNB
3 stops39h 40mAir China
Deal found 27/4R23 825

Cheap South Africa to Shanghai flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Shanghai specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 589 570 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from South Africa to Shanghai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 30/48:50JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 2/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 859
Thu 16/513:00CPT - PVG
1 stop21h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 23/50:35PVG - CPT
1 stop40h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R15 439
Tue 30/411:20JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/514:30PVG - JNB
2 stops31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R16 097
Mon 20/514:35CPT - PVG
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/50:20PVG - CPT
1 stop19h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R16 454
Tue 30/411:20JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/513:20SHA - JNB
2 stops32h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R16 604
Tue 30/420:15JNB - PVG
2 stops42h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/512:20PVG - JNB
2 stops27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R17 601
Thu 16/519:00CPT - PVG
1 stop30h 05mSWISS
Fri 24/510:05PVG - CPT
2 stops35h 05mSWISS
Deal found 26/4R17 601
Thu 16/513:05CPT - PVG
1 stop27h 15mEmirates
Fri 24/57:15PVG - CPT
1 stop39h 35mEmirates
Deal found 26/4R18 203
Tue 30/48:50JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/50:35PVG - JNB
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 222

South Africa to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 589 570 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from South Africa to Shanghai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 24/610:10JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 00mAir China
Mon 1/718:50PVG - JNB
2 stops43h 10mAir China
Deal found 27/4R13 840
Tue 30/48:50JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 2/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 859
Mon 24/610:10JNB - PVG
2 stops30h 25mAir China
Mon 1/716:20PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 40mAir China
Deal found 27/4R14 254
Fri 20/911:20JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 30/914:30PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R15 288
Wed 11/99:35JNB - PVG
3 stops24h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 22/90:35PVG - JNB
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R15 420
Thu 16/513:00CPT - PVG
1 stop21h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 23/50:35PVG - CPT
1 stop40h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R15 439
Tue 26/1111:20JNB - PVG
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 30/1119:00PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/4R15 871
Fri 16/823:00JNB - PVG
1 stop34h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/80:20PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R15 890
Fri 20/98:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 29/90:20PVG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R15 909

Find flights from South Africa to Shanghai within your budget

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, Cheapflights users made 589 570 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.

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R13 840 - R17 996

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Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/6

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/7

2 stops43h 10m

R13 840

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/6

2 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/7

2 stops45h 40m

R14 254

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/9

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/9

1 stop23h 10m

R15 288

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/9

3 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/9

1 stop22h 25m

R15 420

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/8

1 stop34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/8

1 stop18h 45m

R15 890

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/8

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 24/8

1 stop41h 00m

R16 680

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/9

2 stops35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/9

1 stop22h 25m

R17 112

Cape Town IntlShanghai Pu Dong

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/5

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/5

2 stops35h 05m

R17 601

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/8

1 stop26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/8

1 stop39h 00m

R17 996

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Deals found on 27/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 28 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Air China and Qatar Airways from South Africa to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Cathay Pacific
7,9
Good
1 127 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

SWISS
7,8
Good
2 053 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 456 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Shanghai for under R13 900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Shanghai for under R13 900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air China for just R13 840, but on average you can expect to pay R16 285.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Shanghai?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Shanghai are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Shanghai?

    The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Shanghai are Air China, Cathay Pacific and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does JNB to SHA mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JNB to SHA flight. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 589 570 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 546AverageR12 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 734AverageR12 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 953AverageR14 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 226AverageR16 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR14 171AverageR16 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 675AverageR16 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 243AverageR17 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR26 081AverageR57 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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