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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai, China from R6 897

CPT — SHA
Sep 22 — Sep 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Shanghai

Tue 24/1112:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Thu 26/1118:10 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 20/8R12 594
Fri 4/913:15 -
1 stop26h 35m
Thu 5/1123:35 -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 18/8R14 242
Tue 24/1112:35 -
1 stop20h 05m
Thu 26/1123:35 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 20/8R15 218
Thu 1/1018:25 -
1 stop39h 05m
Thu 31/1223:00 -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 19/8R15 490
Thu 15/1013:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Tue 15/1223:35 -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 19/8R15 970
Sun 6/913:15 -
1 stop21h 05m
Tue 3/1123:35 -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 18/8R16 018
Sun 6/913:15 -
1 stop26h 35m
Sat 7/1118:10 -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 18/8R16 258
Thu 10/1217:20 -
1 stop41h 50m
Sat 9/19:55 -
2 stops58h 40m
Deal found 21/8R16 626
Sun 6/913:15 -
1 stop21h 05m
Fri 6/1118:10 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 18/8R16 930
Mon 7/913:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Mon 2/1118:10 -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 18/8R16 946
Mon 7/916:35 -
1 stop31h 50m
Fri 6/119:55 -
1 stop43h 05m
Deal found 18/8R17 010
Fri 2/1013:15 -
2 stops26h 00m
Tue 13/1015:00 -
2 stops25h 15m
Deal found 21/8R18 098

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Shanghai

Round-trip from

R12 594

One-way from

R6 897

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R14 450
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/11-26/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R39 874 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R8 868 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

18:25-15:30

1 stop39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 31/12

23:00-16:45

1 stop23h 45m

R15 490
Fastest return journey

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/11

18:10-10:30

1 stop22h 20m

R16 018

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

13:15-22:20

1 stop27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/11

6:15-18:00

1 stop41h 45m

R17 026

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/12

23:35-22:50

2 stops29h 15m

R17 922

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

13:15-21:15

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 13/10

15:00-10:15

2 stops25h 15m

R18 098

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

10:40-18:05

2 stops25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/11

16:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

R20 403

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/11

18:10-19:55

2 stops31h 45m

R20 995

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

CPTSHA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

12:20-23:40

3 stops29h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/10

12:50-13:35

2 stops30h 45m

R22 611

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

10:40-6:35

2 stops37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/11

16:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

R24 435

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

10:40-6:35

2 stops37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/11

16:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

R26 612

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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 154). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 066). 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 R13 042 and R20 211 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 594 on Qatar Airways (Nov 24–Nov 26).

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 86 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

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
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Lajpat,Aug 2024

CCU - SIN

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Lajpat,Aug 2024

CCU - SIN

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Lajpat,Aug 2024

CCU - SIN

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 735 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Lajpat,Aug 2024

CCU - SIN

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 478 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Lajpat,Aug 2024

CCU - SIN

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 033 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Lajpat,Aug 2024

CCU - SIN

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 5 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?

    Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines can get you from Cape Town to Shanghai in just under 21h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h. 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 Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 890 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at R8 989 and R11 753 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 43% 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 263. Ethiopian Air flights start at R6 208 while deals on Emirates start at R6 685 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 154). Flying from Cape Town to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 066). 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 Cape Town to Shanghai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 890AverageR9 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 173AverageR11 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 873AverageR14 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 699AverageR15 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 391AverageR15 615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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