Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, China from R8 809
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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Shanghai are usually found in February or March, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 10 July 2025.
Round-trip from | R11 390 |
---|---|
One-way from | R8 809 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | R13 757 |
Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai
Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 July 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 July 2025.
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 17/11
19:50-22:20
1 stop20h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 27/11
8:20-18:35
1 stop40h 15m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 20/10
13:55-16:20
1 stop20h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 30/10
23:45-15:35
1 stop21h 50m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - SHA
JNBSHA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 20/10
10:10-18:00
2 stops25h 50m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 30/10
12:30-7:40
2 stops25h 10m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 8/10
10:10-22:50
2 stops30h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 15/10
18:50-7:40
2 stops42h 50m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/11
6:40-14:20
3 stops25h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 13/11
23:45-15:35
1 stop21h 50m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 27/8
9:50-12:40
1 stop20h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 3/9
15:25-8:20
1 stop22h 55m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 20/8
10:05-22:20
1 stop30h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 27/8
7:15-20:50
1 stop19h 35m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - SHA
JNBSHA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/11
11:05-15:20
1 stop22h 15m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 13/11
13:35-7:40
1 stop24h 05m
JohannesburgShanghai
HLA - PVG
HLAPVG
Johannesburg Lanseria
Fri 28/11
6:30-14:20
3 stops25h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 22/12
23:45-19:15
3 stops49h 30m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - SHA
JNBSHA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 20/8
9:50-22:20
3 stops30h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 27/8
10:50-7:40
3 stops26h 50m
Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 79 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.
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 R669). Flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of R896). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to SHA?
Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 July 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
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 10 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Reviews
Muhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Reviews
Muhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Reviews
Muhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Reviews
Muhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Reviews
Muhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Reviews
Muhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip
Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.
Complete your trip
Complete your trip to Shanghai by adding a car hire and/or hotel booking to your travel itinerary.
Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 10 July 2025.
Fly with Cheapflights
Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.
How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
When you search for this flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.
Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Shanghai?
It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai.
Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai with no change fees?
Need flexible booking options for your flight to Shanghai from Johannesburg? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.
Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai become cheaper?
Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Shanghai from Johannesburg today and book when prices fit your budget.