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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 795

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Feb 7 — Feb 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 8 Jänner 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 656

One-way from

R6 795

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 755
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/2
  • 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 444 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 074 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 8 Jänner 2026.

Mi 13/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop22h 40mQatar Airways
Mo 18/511:55JNB - PVG
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R13 656
Mi 14/16:15PVG - JNB
1 stop40h 20mEmirates
Mi 21/113:25JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 7/1R16 278
Do 14/513:20SHA - JNB
1 stop24h 20mCathay Pacific
Mo 18/511:20JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1R16 427
Di 10/20:10PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sa 28/219:55JNB - PVG
1 stop34h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R16 790
Di 27/114:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mo 23/210:10JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1R16 955
Di 27/114:30PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 10mAir China
Mo 23/210:10JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAir China
Deal found 8/1R17 186
Mi 11/223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEthiopian Air
So 1/38:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R17 515
Di 27/115:35SHA - JNB
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Mo 23/210:10JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Deal found 8/1R17 779
Mi 14/122:30SHA - JNB
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mi 21/110:10JNB - SHA
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R18 027
Fr 6/216:25PVG - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Do 26/213:40JNB - PVG
1 stop41h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R18 390
Mi 11/218:30SHA - JNB
2 stops43h 10mAir China
Fr 27/210:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 6/1R23 552
Mi 11/213:35SHA - JNB
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Sa 28/211:00JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/1R23 601

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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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 13/5

0:35-17:15

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 18/5

11:55-16:20

1 stop22h 25m

R13 656

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Do 14/5

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 18/5

11:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R16 427

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 10/2

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 28/2

19:55-12:45

1 stop34h 50m

R16 790

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 27/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 23/2

10:10-11:00

1 stop18h 50m

R16 955

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 11/2

23:30-3:55

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 1/3

8:20-16:15

1 stop25h 55m

R17 515

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Di 27/1

15:35-7:40

1 stop22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 23/2

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

R17 779

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mi 11/2

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 27/2

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

R23 552

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mi 11/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 28/2

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R23 601

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mi 11/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 27/2

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R23 601

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mi 11/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 1/3

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R27 708

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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 329). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 623). 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.

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 8 Jänner 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
1 429 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
1 429 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
1 126 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
3 702 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
136 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
937 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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?

    Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Air China can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 22h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 15m. Shanghai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 11739 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 248. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R10 221, and Cathay Pacific, from R12 443. 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 R5 994. Users have also found prices from R6 360 and R6 527 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 329). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 623). 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 8 Jänner 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 248AverageR13 745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 221AverageR13 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 443AverageR15 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 563AverageR17 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 013AverageR18 548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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