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SHA — JNB
May 2 — May 91
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What to know about flights from Shanghai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Shanghai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Shanghai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

Cheapest airline

Cathay Pacific
On average, Cathay Pacific currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai.

Cheapest flights from Shanghai

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches.
Wed 31/70:20PVG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/823:00JNB - PVG
1 stop34h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 840
Sat 3/80:20PVG - JNB
1 stop33h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 17/88:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R16 123
Wed 22/50:20PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/514:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R16 445
Thu 23/516:45SHA - JNB
1 stop21h 15mAir China
Mon 27/510:10JNB - SHA
1 stop23h 20mAir China
Deal found 25/4R17 995
Thu 23/518:25PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 35mAir China
Mon 27/510:10JNB - PVG
1 stop24h 05mAir China
Deal found 25/4R17 995
Thu 23/516:45SHA - JNB
1 stop21h 15mAir China
Mon 27/510:10JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 20mAir China
Deal found 26/4R18 013
Thu 23/517:30PVG - JNB
1 stop20h 30mAir China
Mon 27/510:10JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 40mAir China
Deal found 26/4R18 013
Thu 4/70:20PVG - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/723:00JNB - PVG
1 stop34h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R18 599
Wed 22/50:20PVG - JNB
1 stop33h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/523:00JNB - PVG
1 stop34h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R18 826

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Shanghai to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated 27 April 2024.
Thu 23/512:15PVG - ICN
1 stop7h 30mShandong Airlines
Sat 25/522:55ICN - PVG
1 stop12h 30mShandong Airlines
Deal found 25/4R2 646
Thu 23/510:15SHA - ICN
1 stop9h 30mShandong Airlines
Sat 25/515:30ICN - SHA
1 stop6h 50mShandong Airlines
Deal found 26/4R2 646
Thu 23/512:15PVG - ICN
1 stop7h 30mShandong Airlines
Sat 25/515:30ICN - PVG
1 stop19h 55mShandong Airlines
Deal found 25/4R2 665
Thu 23/510:15SHA - ICN
1 stop9h 30mShandong Airlines
Sat 25/523:50ICN - SHA
1 stop18h 30mShandong Airlines
Deal found 26/4R2 665
Mon 20/52:05PVG - NRT
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar Japan
Fri 24/522:25NRT - PVG
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar Japan
Deal found 26/4R3 232
Sun 19/52:05PVG - NRT
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar Japan
Fri 24/522:25NRT - PVG
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar Japan
Deal found 26/4R3 327
Sat 11/58:35PVG - ICN
Nonstop1h 55mAsiana Airlines
Sat 18/514:00ICN - PVG
Nonstop2h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 26/4R3 421
Fri 17/521:40PVG - ICN
1 stop12h 05mShandong Airlines
Sun 19/515:30ICN - PVG
1 stop6h 45mShandong Airlines
Deal found 26/4R3 440
Wed 8/52:05PVG - NRT
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar Japan
Sun 12/522:25NRT - PVG
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar Japan
Deal found 25/4R3 686

Find flights from Shanghai within your budget

Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches

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R15 840 - R18 826

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Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/7

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/8

1 stop34h 45m

R15 840

Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/8

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/8

1 stop25h 25m

R16 123

Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/5

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop19h 00m

R16 445

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/5

1 stop21h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop23h 20m

R17 995

Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/5

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop24h 05m

R17 995

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/5

1 stop21h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop22h 20m

R18 013

Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/5

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop19h 40m

R18 013

Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/7

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/7

1 stop34h 45m

R18 599

Shanghai Pu DongJohannesburg OR Tambo

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/5

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop34h 30m

R18 826

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Deals found on 26/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Shanghai would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Shanghai is currently R12 351 while a return flight costs R17 539. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of R674). Flying from Shanghai in July will prove the most costly (average of R934). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R1 663

February

R1 701

March

R1 966

April

R1 871

May

R1 531

June

R1 588

July

R1 796

August

R1 758

September

R1 890

October

R1 739

November

R1 739

December

R1 947

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches.
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,8
Good
1 133 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,7
Good
4 467 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,5
Good
403 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,4
Good
793 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Shanghai?

    For shorter trips consider Jingdezhen, Fuzhou, and Qingdao as potential places to explore. All can be options to fly to and are within 454 km of Shanghai.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Shanghai?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Ürümqi, Dali, and Kunming.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Shanghai would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Shanghai?

    When you search for this flight from Shanghai, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the best flight for you.

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Shanghai?

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  • Can Cheapflights find flights from Shanghai with no change fees?

    Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Shanghai, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

  • Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Shanghai become cheaper?

    Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on flights from Shanghai so you can book your travels when it’s right. The Price Alerts feature is available by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Shanghai?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight from Shanghai by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from Shanghai with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Shanghai, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Shanghai become cheaper?

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