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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, China from R7 866

JNB — SHA
Oct 4 — Oct 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Mon 28/914:05 -
1 stop26h 35m
Sun 11/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 30/8R12 352
Tue 17/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 00m
Mon 22/218:10 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 2/9R12 496
Sun 22/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Mon 30/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 31/8R13 169
Mon 21/914:05 -
1 stop26h 35m
Wed 21/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 31/8R13 185
Tue 13/1020:55 -
1 stop18h 55m
Fri 16/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 31/8R13 249
Tue 13/1014:05 -
1 stop20h 15m
Wed 28/1023:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 3/9R13 265
Tue 15/920:25 -
1 stop35h 00m
Tue 13/1016:50 -
1 stop32h 30m
Deal found 2/9R13 457
Sat 21/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Wed 2/1218:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 31/8R13 505
Mon 16/119:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Thu 19/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 30/8R13 537
Fri 4/1220:20 -
1 stop19h 25m
Fri 11/1218:10 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 2/9R13 585
Wed 14/1010:10 -
2 stops24h 45m
Wed 21/1021:30 -
2 stops40h 10m
Deal found 30/8R13 585
Mon 16/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Mon 22/218:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 2/9R13 681

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Round-trip from

R12 352

One-way from

R7 866

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 473
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/9-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 30/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 615 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 866

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

11:00-1:30

2 stops32h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 635

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

13:30-22:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 779

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

10:20-16:25

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 859

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

11:00-20:40

3 stops27h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 100
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

20:55-21:50

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 244

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

18:35-12:20

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 692

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 125

JohannesburgShanghai

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

HLAPVG

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 9/9

12:05-5:45

2 stops59h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 766

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 830

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai (average of R11 503). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 322). 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 Johannesburg to Shanghai?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Shanghai flights typically cost between R12 240 and R15 283 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 352 on Qatar Airways (Sept 28–Oct 11).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 532 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 037 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 593 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Shanghai will take you 18h 05m. The distance from Johannesburg to Shanghai is about 11739 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai round-trip from R5 434. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R8 053, and Air China, from R9 173. Ethiopian Air is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    R6 006 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from R6 151 and R7 027, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Johannesburg Lanseria - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong is the most popular route from Johannesburg to Shanghai.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Shanghai stopover in Doha most frequently. Dubai follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Shanghai flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq can be visited by travelling about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R794 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Hong Kong. Singapore sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Shanghai flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai (average of R11 503). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 322). 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 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 434AverageR13 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 053AverageR17 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 173AverageR13 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 643AverageR11 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 601AverageR12 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 760AverageR12 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 321AverageR12 118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 393AverageR14 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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