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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 337

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Aug 1 — Aug 81
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 2 July 2026.

Fri 23/1019:25
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/109:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R12 453
Sat 24/1019:25
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/109:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R12 601
Sun 25/1018:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/109:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R12 830
Thu 29/1018:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/6R13 536
Sun 25/1014:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
China Eastern
Thu 29/109:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops30h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/6R13 667
Fri 23/108:00
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops30h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 30/109:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6R14 028
Fri 7/811:20
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
China Eastern
Thu 20/89:45
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops31h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6R14 143
Fri 7/89:15
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops29h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 20/89:45
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops42h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6R14 143
Thu 22/1018:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 30/1013:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/6R14 242
Sat 24/1019:25
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 30/109:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops30h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6R14 389
Sun 9/812:50
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 24/89:45
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops31h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6R15 767
Thu 29/109:25
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops28h 55m
China Eastern
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops26h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/6R16 752

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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 453

One-way from

R11 337

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R17 031
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/10-30/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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9/7
  • 9/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R21 182 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 119 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 2 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R12 830
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

R12 830

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:50-22:30

2 stops30h 40m

R13 667

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

9:05-8:20

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R14 028

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/10

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-9:25

2 stops41h 35m

R14 143

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 24/10

13:00-8:20

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:50-19:45

2 stops27h 55m

R14 143

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 23/10

9:00-8:15

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:50-21:00

2 stops29h 10m

R14 143

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/10

19:30-8:20

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:50-15:00

2 stops23h 10m

R14 143

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

18:10-18:10

3 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

R16 358

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

18:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:25-21:45

3 stops30h 20m

R16 670

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Deals found on 27/6

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 199). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 224). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 2 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 402 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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?

    Etihad Airways and China Eastern can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Shanghai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 11779 km.

  • 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 R3 192. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from R10 290, and Cathay Pacific, from R11 880. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 80% 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 830. Users have also found prices from R6 084 and R6 422 on China Eastern and Etihad Airways, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 199). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 224). 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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Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Book flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Edenvale
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Top 4 airlines flying from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 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 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 192AverageR13 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 690AverageR16 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 701AverageR17 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 290AverageR16 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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