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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R7 548

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Feb 24 — Mar 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 January 2026.

Tue 29/910:40
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops30h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 27/108:20
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops31h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 257
Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 23/619:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 338
Tue 3/214:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/223:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R11 450
Wed 1/719:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 13/719:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 466
Tue 10/312:35
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/1R11 964
Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/1R12 012
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/1R12 028
Tue 10/310:40
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops29h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 16/619:10
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops20h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/1R12 205
Wed 8/419:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 17/40:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/1R12 365
Mon 13/419:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 22/419:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/1R12 462
Tue 3/219:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop34h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/213:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/1R12 606
Tue 29/919:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop38h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 27/1023:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R12 606

Find flight deals from South Africa to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 25 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 338

One-way from

R7 548

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 019
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R11 321 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 940 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 25 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:50-22:45

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/6

19:10-18:35

1 stop29h 25m

R11 338

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

19:50-6:35

1 stop28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/7

19:10-18:35

1 stop29h 25m

R11 466

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

12:35-14:40

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/6

0:35-17:30

1 stop22h 55m

R11 964

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/5

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R12 012

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

10:40-22:20

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

19:10-9:25

2 stops20h 15m

R12 205

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:50-22:45

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/4

0:35-18:35

1 stop24h 00m

R12 365

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

10:10-22:40

2 stops30h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/4

16:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

R12 767

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

10:10-18:00

2 stops25h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/4

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R12 767

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

10:10-14:10

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

20:30-7:40

2 stops41h 10m

R12 799

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/2

23:30-13:45

1 stop20h 15m

R12 944

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R7 275). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 904). 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.

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 25 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 144 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
951 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Shanghai?

    Departing from South Africa to Shanghai will take you 20h 05m. There are 12981 km between South Africa and Shanghai. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 700. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Shanghai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Shanghai?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Shanghai are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Shanghai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R7 275). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 904). 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 South Africa to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 25 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR7 940AverageR11 531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 021AverageR12 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 042AverageR13 554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 786AverageR12 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 290AverageR13 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapestR11 348AverageR12 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 163AverageR14 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 159AverageR15 423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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