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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai, China from R8 489

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SHA
Sep 8 — Sep 151
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 9 August 2026.

Fri 25/919:30 -
1 stop20h 20m
Thu 8/1018:50 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 5/8R12 564
Thu 24/913:15 -
1 stop21h 05m
Thu 8/1018:50 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 5/8R12 677
Thu 3/913:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Thu 10/918:50 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 4/8R12 774
Wed 30/919:30 -
1 stop21h 10m
Thu 22/1018:50 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 5/8R12 838
Thu 22/1013:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Thu 29/1018:10 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 4/8R12 935
Wed 4/1112:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Mon 16/1118:10 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 9/8R12 999
Sat 12/913:15 -
1 stop26h 35m
Sat 19/918:50 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 5/8R13 434
Fri 4/1212:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Sat 12/1223:35 -
1 stop40h 55m
Deal found 6/8R14 433
Wed 21/1013:15 -
1 stop21h 05m
Thu 29/1018:10 -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 4/8R15 222
Wed 30/99:55 -
2 stops24h 25m
Thu 22/1018:50 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 5/8R15 238
Wed 4/1118:55 -
1 stop20h 50m
Mon 16/1118:10 -
2 stops29h 10m
Deal found 9/8R15 335
Thu 3/913:15 -
2 stops26h 00m
Thu 10/919:15 -
2 stops28h 15m
Deal found 4/8R20 506

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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 564

One-way from

R8 489

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 769
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/9-8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (R51 777 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R9 434 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

12:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/11

18:10-10:30

1 stop22h 20m

R12 999

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

18:10-17:25

1 stop29h 15m

R15 222

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

12:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

23:35-17:25

1 stop23h 50m

R15 222

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

18:55-21:45

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/12

23:35-22:50

2 stops29h 15m

R16 221

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/11

9:55-12:05

1 stop32h 10m

R16 720

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/10

19:30-21:50

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

18:10-12:40

3 stops48h 30m

R17 284

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

12:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/11

10:30-14:35

3 stops34h 05m

R17 348

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:15-21:50

1 stop26h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 19/9

18:50-12:40

3 stops47h 50m

R17 526

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

14:00-16:20

2 stops44h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 25/11

18:10-10:30

1 stop22h 20m

R17 944

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

13:15-21:15

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/9

19:15-17:30

2 stops28h 15m

R20 506

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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 R10 905). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of R16 511). 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 546 and R18 685 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 564 on Qatar Airways (Sept 25–Oct 8).

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 88 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 9 August 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
1 584 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
3 648 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
3 739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
1 021 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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 Turkish Airlines 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 233 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at R11 752 and R12 783 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 35% 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 298. Ethiopian Air flights start at R6 249 while deals on Emirates start at R6 729 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 R10 905). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of R16 511). 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 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 233AverageR11 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 945AverageR14 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 896AverageR15 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 488AverageR15 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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