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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai, China from R7 951

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SHA
Apr 25 — May 21
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 March 2026.

Thu 11/613:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R12 638
Fri 12/613:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/618:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R12 654
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/518:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3R13 466
Mon 30/313:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/40:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R13 653
Fri 24/413:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/50:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop40h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/3R14 177
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/50:35
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3R15 530
Fri 12/610:40
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops25h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 22/619:10
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops44h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3R15 615
Fri 24/413:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/50:35
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R16 224
Thu 26/1117:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop33h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 21/123:05
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 512
Thu 11/610:40
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops22h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 18/619:10
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops20h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3R16 698
Sat 25/418:25
CPT
-
SHA
2 stops41h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/511:45
SHA
-
CPT
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R19 844
Sun 10/518:25
CPT
-
SHA
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/516:35
SHA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R19 963

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 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 638

One-way from

R7 951

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R15 666
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R27 657 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 635 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-22:35

1 stop27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

0:35-11:30

1 stop40h 55m

R14 177

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

10:40-18:05

2 stops25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 22/6

19:10-9:25

2 stops44h 15m

R15 615

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-16:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

0:35-19:55

2 stops25h 20m

R16 224
Fastest return journey

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

10:40-15:05

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 18/6

19:10-9:25

2 stops20h 15m

R16 698

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

6:05-14:45

3 stops26h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

13:30-14:35

3 stops31h 05m

R19 658

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

18:25-18:10

2 stops41h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/5

11:45-11:30

2 stops29h 45m

R19 844

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - SHA

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

18:25-14:45

3 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 17/5

16:35-12:40

2 stops26h 05m

R19 963

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

13:00-5:30

3 stops34h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/6

0:35-22:45

2 stops28h 10m

R22 636

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:00-16:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

0:35-11:30

1 stop40h 55m

R23 059

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

18:25-22:20

1 stop21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/4

7:20-14:35

2 stops61h 15m

R23 076

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Shanghai is 85 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.

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 R9 694). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 262). 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?

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 March 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
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
3 542 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
978 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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?

    Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines can get you from Cape Town to Shanghai in just under 25h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 10m. 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 738 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at R12 215 and R13 425 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 38% 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 R6 376. Singapore Airlines flights start at R6 808 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R8 849 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 R9 694). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 262). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Shanghai. 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 26 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 738AverageR13 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 215AverageR13 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 425AverageR16 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 944AverageR16 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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