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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 885

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
Feb 23 — Mar 21
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 24 January 2026.

Sat 7/223:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/223:00
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R13 125
Sat 28/318:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 2/414:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/1R13 335
Wed 13/50:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/514:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/1R13 400
Fri 6/214:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/212:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R14 883
Sun 8/223:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/223:00
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R15 609
Thu 14/513:20
SHA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 18/511:10
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop22h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 22/1R16 125
Fri 6/214:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/213:45
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R16 286
Sat 7/216:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/320:45
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R16 673
Sat 7/220:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops41h 10m
Air China
Wed 25/210:10
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops25h 45m
Air China
Deal found 24/1R18 463
Sun 8/213:35
SHA
-
JNB
1 stop23h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 26/211:00
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop22h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 24/1R18 721
Mon 9/220:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops41h 10m
Air China
Wed 25/210:10
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops29h 25m
Air China
Deal found 24/1R19 043
Fri 6/218:35
SHA
-
JNB
3 stops67h 05m
Air China
Fri 20/210:10
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop27h 10m
Air China
Deal found 23/1R19 333

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 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 125

One-way from

R6 885

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 448
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/2-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 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 (R7 029 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 839 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 24 January 2026.
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Price

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R13 400

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/3

18:10-15:20

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R13 674

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-21:45

1 stop27h 00m

R14 883

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

13:20-7:55

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

R16 125

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/2

16:30-7:40

2 stops45h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

20:45-16:25

2 stops37h 40m

R16 673

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/2

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

R16 753

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/2

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

10:10-18:45

2 stops26h 35m

R18 463

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R18 721

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R18 721

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/2

12:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

10:10-14:10

1 stop22h 00m

R19 043

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Deals found on 22/1

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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 143). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 319). 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 24 January 2026.
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
1 436 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 143 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Air China
7,2
Good
138 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
951 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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?

    Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 19h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h. 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 R9 993. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R12 143, and Cathay Pacific, from R12 241. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 31% 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 R5 860. Users have also found prices from R6 218 and R6 381 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 143). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 319). 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 5 airlines flying from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 063AverageR13 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 993AverageR13 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 165AverageR14 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 463AverageR17 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 722AverageR18 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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