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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 786

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 December 2025.

Wed 31/1221:10PVG - JNB
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/310:10JNB - PVG
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R15 778
Wed 31/1216:30PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 10mAir China
Fri 20/310:10JNB - PVG
2 stops32h 15mAir China
Deal found 22/12R16 614
Wed 31/1218:30SHA - JNB
2 stops43h 10mAir China
Fri 20/310:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 22/12R17 048
Wed 31/1213:35SHA - JNB
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 20/311:00JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/12R23 015

Find flight deals from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 235

One-way from

R6 786

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 343
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/2-2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 75h 05m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 6/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 197 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 068 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/2

8:20-18:35

1 stop40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:55-12:45

1 stop34h 50m

R12 235

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

18:10-15:25

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

20:30-21:45

1 stop19h 15m

R13 254

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

22:30-7:25

1 stop38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

11:00-20:55

1 stop27h 55m

R13 438

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 455

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

12:50-7:25

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-17:45

1 stop24h 45m

R13 455

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 27/2

16:35-7:25

1 stop20h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 789

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

18:10-15:25

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

12:45-14:40

1 stop19h 55m

R15 393

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

18:10-14:25

3 stops26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

18:35-14:40

3 stops38h 05m

R16 864

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/2

6:50-15:50

3 stops39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

10:25-15:05

1 stop22h 40m

R18 001

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

10:10-9:55

2 stops41h 45m

R21 962

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 875). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 806). 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 SHA to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 23 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 103 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 690 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air China
7,2
Good
132 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
916 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 27h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h. Shanghai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 11779 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R8 358. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R10 358, and Cathay Pacific, from R12 609. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 074. Users have also found prices from R6 445 and R6 614 on Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 875). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 806). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 358AverageR14 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 358AverageR13 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 609AverageR15 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 731AverageR17 918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 187AverageR18 796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 471AverageR15 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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