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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, China from R7 581

JNB — SHA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Mon 2/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sun 15/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 30/10R12 480
Sun 15/1120:20 -
1 stop19h 40m
Sun 22/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 29/10R12 496
Wed 4/1110:10 -
2 stops23h 10m
Wed 11/1117:00 -
2 stops44h 40m
Deal found 28/10R12 513
Sun 1/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Sat 14/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 530
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Sun 15/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 546
Sun 1/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sat 14/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 27/10R12 563
Mon 2/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Mon 9/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 596
Fri 6/1110:10 -
2 stops44h 50m
Fri 13/1112:15 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 646
Wed 11/1110:10 -
1 stop27h 15m
Wed 18/1117:40 -
2 stops44h 00m
Deal found 25/10R12 663
Mon 30/1110:10 -
1 stop21h 45m
Mon 7/1219:00 -
2 stops42h 40m
Deal found 30/10R12 696
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Mon 23/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 29/10R12 713
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Fri 27/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 730

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Round-trip from

R12 496

One-way from

R7 581

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 011
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 4/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 897 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 980 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

10:10-11:15

1 stop19h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 664
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 798

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/1

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 998

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/12

23:00-9:00

3 stops52h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 097

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

11:00-23:35

3 stops30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 181

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

11:00-23:35

3 stops30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 331

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

14:30-9:45

3 stops37h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 531

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

13:45-21:45

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 564

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

9:50-15:55

2 stops24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 080

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 280

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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 R12 496). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 212). 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 R11 363 and R14 296 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 496 on Qatar Airways (Nov 15–Nov 22).

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 76 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, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 712 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Shanghai will take you 17h 25m. The distance from Johannesburg to Shanghai is about 11779 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 476. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R8 375, and Air China, from R9 540. Ethiopian Air is priced at 61% 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 274 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 397 and R7 308, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong or Johannesburg Lanseria - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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. Singapore follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Shanghai flights.

  • 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 Dubai. Hong Kong 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 R12 496). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 212). 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 476AverageR12 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 375AverageR18 649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 540AverageR15 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 125AverageR12 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 900AverageR13 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 056AverageR13 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 547AverageR13 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 929AverageR15 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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