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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, China from R6 798

JNB — SHA
Sep 21 — Sep 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Tue 29/914:05 -
1 stop25h 45m
Tue 6/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 19/8R12 137
Tue 3/1113:45 -
1 stop18h 55m
Wed 18/1118:10 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 20/8R12 250
Wed 30/920:55 -
1 stop19h 45m
Thu 8/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 20/8R12 330
Tue 29/920:55 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sat 17/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 19/8R12 442
Sat 5/1213:45 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sat 12/1218:10 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 19/8R12 747
Tue 8/129:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Tue 15/1218:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 21/8R12 923
Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop18h 20m
Sun 11/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 18/8R12 971
Mon 30/1120:20 -
1 stop19h 25m
Fri 4/1218:10 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 19/8R13 083
Thu 1/1020:55 -
1 stop19h 45m
Thu 8/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 17/8R13 212
Tue 15/920:55 -
1 stop18h 55m
Tue 15/1223:35 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 18/8R13 260
Sun 25/109:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Mon 9/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 19/8R13 276
Fri 4/1220:20 -
1 stop19h 25m
Fri 11/1218:10 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 19/8R13 292

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Round-trip from

R12 137

One-way from

R6 798

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 238
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 540 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 771 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-21:50

1 stop25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/10

18:50-4:00

1 stop39h 10m

R13 404

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

9:45-10:05

1 stop18h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 628

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 628

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 677

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 677

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

10:10-18:10

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/10

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R13 773

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

10:10-22:40

2 stops30h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/10

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

R13 773

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/12

8:55-7:40

2 stops28h 45m

R14 895

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

11:10-12:05

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/10

13:20-7:55

1 stop24h 35m

R15 280

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

11:10-12:20

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/11

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

R15 729

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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 R11 496). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 238). 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 below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Shanghai flights typically cost between R12 562 and R15 825 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 137 on Qatar Airways (Sept 29–Oct 6).

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
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

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
1 585 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

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
3 657 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

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
3 735 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

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
1 507 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

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
1 029 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

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 20m. 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 438. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air China, from R9 181, and Singapore Airlines, from R9 642. 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 007 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 156 and R7 032, 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. 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.

  • 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 496). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 238). 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 438AverageR13 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 181AverageR13 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 642AverageR11 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 609AverageR12 324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 769AverageR12 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 330AverageR12 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 992AverageR16 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 404AverageR14 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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