Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Cape Town
Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Cape Town
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Shanghai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 April 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Cape Town in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 2% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.
Rainfall in Cape Town by month
Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.
Temperature in Cape Town by month
Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).
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Top airline flying from Shanghai to Cape Town
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