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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 835

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Dec 29 — Jan 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 29 November 2025.

Wed 10/1223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/18:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/11R14 578
Fri 5/1214:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Fri 12/129:50JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/11R14 767
Tue 9/126:15PVG - JNB
1 stop29h 20mEmirates
Sun 21/1213:25JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEmirates
Deal found 27/11R16 103
Wed 10/1213:35SHA - JNB
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/111:00JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/11R17 491
Wed 10/1213:45PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/111:00JNB - PVG
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/11R17 559
Fri 5/1214:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/129:50JNB - PVG
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11R18 005
Tue 9/128:30PVG - JNB
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/129:25JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11R19 838
Wed 10/1223:35PVG - JNB
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 6/116:10JNB - PVG
3 stops47h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/11R22 202
Fri 5/1216:35SHA - JNB
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/1211:00JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/11R23 538
Wed 10/1216:55SHA - JNB
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/110:25JNB - SHA
2 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11R35 649

Cheap 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 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 923

One-way from

R6 835

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 596
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 16/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 45m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/1
  • 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 716 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 344 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 29 November 2025.
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Price

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/1

16:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:55-6:30

1 stop28h 35m

R11 923

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

8:20-16:15

1 stop25h 55m

R12 591

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

18:10-8:40

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

R12 865

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

0:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R13 122

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

0:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

11:55-16:20

1 stop22h 25m

R13 122

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

0:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

11:55-16:20

1 stop22h 25m

R13 653

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

0:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

R13 653

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/1

22:30-7:25

1 stop38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 739

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/1

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

11:00-20:55

1 stop27h 55m

R13 739

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

23:30-3:55

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

R14 561

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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 R9 097). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 150). 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 29 November 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 29 November 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
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 411 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 076 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 677 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
126 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
902 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 19h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 35m. 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 567. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R10 617, and Cathay Pacific, from R12 924. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 R9 097). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 150). 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 29 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 567AverageR14 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 617AverageR15 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 924AverageR16 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 049AverageR15 238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 832AverageR16 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 049AverageR19 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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