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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai, China from R6 640

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
May 29 — Jun 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2026.

Tue 28/720:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 4/88:05
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R11 673
Wed 20/520:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R11 971
Tue 7/712:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R12 037
Tue 14/720:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/70:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R12 054
Thu 11/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R12 071
Tue 18/812:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 25/818:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R12 087
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/50:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R12 104
Fri 15/519:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop38h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R12 137
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop38h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R12 153
Sun 24/512:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/50:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R12 220
Mon 1/610:10
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops24h 45m
Air China
Sat 13/620:25
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops41h 15m
Air China
Deal found 27/4R16 839
Wed 10/610:10
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop22h 15m
Air China
Thu 25/616:35
SHA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Air China
Deal found 26/4R16 872

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 673

One-way from

R6 640

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 918
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 28/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 151 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 218 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

20:25-22:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/6

0:35-19:20

1 stop24h 45m

R13 643

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

20:55-22:35

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/6

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R14 074

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R14 124

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R14 620

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R15 928

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

15:05-16:40

3 stops43h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R16 177

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

12:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/9

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R16 657

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/6

19:25-7:40

2 stops42h 15m

R17 369

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R19 108

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

10:10-16:55

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/6

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

R19 488

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 69 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 OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai (average of R5 232). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai in May is currently the most expensive (average of R20 515). 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 OR Tambo Airport 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 29 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 304 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai in 19h 40m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Air China to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11779 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Ethiopian Air, at R6 297, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Singapore Airlines and Air China. Ethiopian Air is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R6 030 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R6 835 and Cathay Pacific from R7 561 one-way.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Singapore in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai. Dubai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Shanghai stopover in Addis Ababa least frequently. Hong Kong sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai (average of R5 232). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai in May is currently the most expensive (average of R20 515). 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 OR Tambo to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 297AverageR13 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 203AverageR11 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 481AverageR13 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 832AverageR12 317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 987AverageR12 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 475AverageR12 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 528AverageR15 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 695AverageR15 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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