What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is currently February ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 10 minutes).

Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Air China Hongqiao Airport Hotel - Air China Boyue Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0,0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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Flights to Shanghai, China in 2025

Return from	R12 155
One-way from	R7 472
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R12 361

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Johannesburg to Shanghai

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Deal found 4/10R12 224

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1 stop34h 45mSingapore Airlines

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Deal found 3/10R13 360

Sun 19/109:50JNB - PVG

1 stop20h 50mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1014:00PVG - JNB

1 stop24h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 3/10R13 670

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1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air

Mon 27/100:20PVG - JNB

1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 4/10R14 513

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1 stop20h 00mAir China

Deal found 3/10R13 360

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Tue 4/1114:00PVG - JNB

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1 stop22h 15mAir China

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2 stops24h 10mAir China

Deal found 4/10R13 704

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Tue 28/1014:00PVG - JNB

1 stop24h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 3/10R14 513

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1 stop24h 20mEtihad Airways

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1 stop20h 00mAir China

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1 stop21h 10mAir China

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2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines

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Deal found 4/10R12 224

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1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air

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Deal found 4/10R13 084

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1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 4/10R12 155

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Mon 3/1110:10JNB - SHA

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1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines

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1 stop19h 45mEthiopian Air

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1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 3/10R12 688

One-way flights to Shanghai
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1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 5/10R7 472

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Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

19:55-22:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

13:50-18:35

1 stop34h 45m

R12 241

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/11

14:00-7:40

2 stops23h 40m

R13 205

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

12:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R13 360

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

10:10-19:35

1 stop27h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

17:40-7:40

1 stop20h 00m

R13 360

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/10

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 670

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

R13 704

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R14 014

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/10

15:35-7:40

1 stop22h 05m

R14 135

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/10

17:40-7:40

1 stop20h 00m

R14 135

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/10

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/10

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R14 135

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When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 22 hours 53 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Shanghai should consider flying on Wednesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai are Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai are Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

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Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 373 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

1 020 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 645 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

869 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 363 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.
Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 10 minutes).
Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?
Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Air China Hongqiao Airport Hotel - Air China Boyue Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0,0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

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