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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai, China from R7 563

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

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai

Mon 2/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sun 15/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 30/10R12 450
Sun 15/1120:20 -
1 stop19h 40m
Sun 22/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 29/10R12 466
Wed 4/1110:10 -
2 stops23h 10m
Wed 11/1117:00 -
2 stops44h 40m
Deal found 28/10R12 483
Sun 1/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Sat 14/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 500
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Sun 15/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 516
Sun 1/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sat 14/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 27/10R12 533
Mon 2/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Mon 9/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 566
Fri 6/1110:10 -
2 stops44h 50m
Fri 13/1112:15 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 616
Wed 11/1110:10 -
1 stop27h 15m
Wed 18/1117:40 -
2 stops44h 00m
Deal found 25/10R12 633
Mon 30/1110:10 -
1 stop21h 45m
Mon 7/1219:00 -
2 stops42h 40m
Deal found 30/10R12 666
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Mon 23/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 29/10R12 682
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Fri 27/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 27/10R12 699

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Shanghai

Round-trip from

R12 466

One-way from

R7 563

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 968
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 842 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 952 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 - 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 779

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 978

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

10:10-20:40

3 stops28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 876

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 075

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 159

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 308

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

11:00-8:55

3 stops39h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 358

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 508

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 541

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 056

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai (average of R12 599). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 059). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flights typically cost between R11 336 and R14 261 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 466 on Qatar Airways (Nov 15–Nov 22).

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 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

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
1 631 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 711 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 552 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 631 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 17h 25m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Air China, or Qatar Airways 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 R5 463, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Air China. 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 OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R6 259 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R6 382 and Singapore Airlines from R7 290 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.

  • 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 Dubai 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai (average of R12 599). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 059). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 463AverageR12 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 355AverageR18 604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 517AverageR15 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 100AverageR12 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 874AverageR13 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 029AverageR13 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 520AverageR12 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 896AverageR15 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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