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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai, China from R7 351

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SHA
Aug 25 — Sep 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 July 2026.

Tue 27/1012:35
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 27/1118:10
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7R13 575
Thu 29/1012:35
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1123:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop40h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7R13 625
Thu 22/1013:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1123:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop40h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7R14 803
Thu 30/713:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 13/818:50
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7R15 375
Mon 27/713:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/818:50
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7R15 442
Fri 31/719:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 13/818:50
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/7R15 560
Sun 23/813:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/918:50
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/7R15 644
Tue 27/1015:20
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1118:10
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7R16 098
Fri 31/713:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/819:05
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7R16 451
Wed 9/920:00
CPT
-
SHA
3 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/98:55
SHA
-
CPT
3 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7R19 429
Mon 2/116:05
CPT
-
SHA
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1117:40
SHA
-
CPT
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7R21 145
Mon 24/812:20
CPT
-
SHA
3 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/819:15
SHA
-
CPT
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7R24 206

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 26 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 575

One-way from

R7 351

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 339
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/10-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (R50 942 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R10 405 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Shanghai 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 26 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

9:55-16:20

2 stops24h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/8

18:50-17:30

1 stop28h 40m

R17 242

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/9

7:55-11:50

1 stop33h 55m

R17 932

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

12:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 28/12

23:35-12:40

3 stops43h 05m

R18 049

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/8

13:15-22:40

1 stop27h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/9

18:50-10:15

1 stop21h 25m

R18 470

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

20:00-9:20

3 stops31h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

8:55-11:30

3 stops32h 35m

R19 429

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

13:50-21:45

3 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/11

23:35-12:40

3 stops43h 05m

R20 017

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/9

19:30-16:20

1 stop38h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/10

19:25-20:45

2 stops31h 20m

R20 976

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

6:05-11:25

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/11

17:40-12:40

2 stops25h 00m

R21 145

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

7:00-22:40

2 stops33h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/11

23:35-12:40

3 stops43h 05m

R22 642
Fastest return journey

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/10

13:15-22:20

1 stop27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

23:30-14:35

1 stop21h 05m

R23 634

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai (average of R11 304). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 948). 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 Cape Town to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to Shanghai flights typically cost between R14 508 and R16 990 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 575 on Qatar Airways (Oct 27–Nov 27).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Shanghai is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 26 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 581 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 581 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 581 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 635 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 581 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 581 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 009 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 581 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 4 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Shanghai?

    Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways can get you from Cape Town to Shanghai in just under 27h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 40m. Cape Town and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 12981 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Shanghai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Shanghai is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 642 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at R12 273 and R13 467 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 571. Ethiopian Air flights start at R6 526 while deals on Emirates start at R7 875 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Shanghai?

    Cape Town to Shanghai flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Shanghai flights?

    Cape Town to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Shanghai 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 Cape Town to Shanghai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai (average of R11 304). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 948). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Shanghai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 642AverageR12 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 429AverageR14 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 467AverageR16 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 076AverageR16 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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