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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 630

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Sep 5 — Sep 121
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 6 August 2026.

Sun 18/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Fri 30/109:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 1/8R12 160
Sun 25/1014:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Thu 29/109:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 5/8R12 863
Wed 7/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sat 24/109:45 -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 1/8R13 140
Sun 25/1019:55 -
2 stops42h 25m
Thu 29/109:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 5/8R13 860
Sun 18/108:30 -
2 stops29h 50m
Fri 30/109:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 1/8R13 925
Sun 25/109:25 -
2 stops28h 55m
Thu 29/109:50 -
2 stops26h 15m
Deal found 5/8R13 974
Wed 7/1011:20 -
2 stops27h 00m
Sat 24/109:45 -
2 stops29h 35m
Deal found 1/8R14 039
Sun 18/1018:50 -
3 stops29h 20m
Fri 30/109:25 -
3 stops30h 20m
Deal found 1/8R18 011
Sat 15/823:55 -
1 stop37h 15m
Fri 21/814:05 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 3/8R18 207
Wed 7/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sat 24/1013:45 -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 1/8R19 351
Wed 7/1013:20 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sat 24/1011:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 1/8R19 547
Sun 25/1013:35 -
1 stop23h 50m
Thu 29/1011:00 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 5/8R20 185

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 160

One-way from

R8 630

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 858
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/10-30/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 20m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 10m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 405 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 845 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 6 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

8:30-8:20

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R13 925

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 25/10

9:25-8:20

2 stops28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

R13 974

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

18:50-18:10

3 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:25-21:45

3 stops30h 20m

R18 011
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 29/1

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/2

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

R18 812

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 29/1

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/2

10:20-15:00

2 stops22h 40m

R19 057

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 20/9

12:50-8:20

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

R19 237

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/1

9:40-16:15

3 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops59h 10m

R24 091

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 29/1

13:00-7:40

2 stops24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/2

10:20-11:00

1 stop18h 40m

R25 382

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 24/10

0:05-20:25

3 stops26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

17:00-21:05

2 stops22h 05m

R39 585

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/1

2:15-6:10

2 stops33h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/2

14:30-1:05

3 stops28h 35m

R45 305

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Deals found on 6/8

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 124). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R20 609). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R13 484 and R22 620 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 160 on Etihad Airways (Oct 18–Oct 30).

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 6 August 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
3 646 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
3 646 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
1 439 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
7,4
Good
3 740 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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.
China Eastern
7,3
Good
231 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
1 021 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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?

    China Eastern, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 45m. 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 R7 357. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R9 650, and Emirates, from R10 250. Users have found that China Eastern is 52% 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 023. Users have also found prices from R6 397 and R6 469 on Etihad Airways and China Eastern, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 124). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R20 609). 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?

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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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestR7 357AverageR13 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 657AverageR16 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 650AverageR13 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 664AverageR17 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 250AverageR18 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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