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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R6 277

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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 6 March 2026.

Tue 17/314:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 27/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/3R10 951
Wed 15/719:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 20/719:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/3R11 199
Thu 12/313:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/318:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R11 579
Thu 28/513:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 4/619:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/3R11 612
Fri 13/313:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/323:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R11 694
Thu 4/614:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/3R11 827
Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
China Eastern
Sat 11/415:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/3R11 843
Wed 15/414:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 21/418:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R11 942
Mon 16/38:20
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop25h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3R11 959
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops30h 05m
China Eastern
Sat 2/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/3R11 992
Thu 19/312:35
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 14/40:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R12 124
Mon 1/613:00
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/618:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R12 140

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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 951

One-way from

R6 277

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 794
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/3-27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 15m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 167 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 6 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

18:10-15:25

1 stop27h 15m

R11 579

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R11 694

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

9:50-12:55

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 19/5

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R12 157

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/4

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R12 240

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

12:35-14:40

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/3

23:35-17:30

1 stop23h 55m

R12 768
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

14:30-15:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 26/4

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R12 933

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/4

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R13 198

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:10-13:55

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 27/4

16:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

R13 247

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

8:20-15:45

1 stop25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 28/4

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R13 264

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

10:10-18:10

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 25/4

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

R13 280

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R6 921). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 480). 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 6 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 468 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
3 539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 194 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
3 746 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
961 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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 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 18h 55m. There are 11779 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 107. 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, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong and Cape Town Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R6 921). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 480). 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 6 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 801AverageR14 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 948AverageR11 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 633AverageR12 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 094AverageR13 241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
China EasternCheapestR11 447AverageR12 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 070AverageR13 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR12 497AverageR15 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 508AverageR15 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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