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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R6 780

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Aug 11 — Aug 181
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 12 July 2026.

Mon 26/1020:20
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1118:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/7R12 405
Wed 28/1012:35
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1123:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop40h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R12 470
Fri 4/920:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/918:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R12 828
Fri 13/1112:35
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/1118:10
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop29h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R12 893
Tue 15/920:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 13/1016:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/7R12 909
Sat 5/913:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/918:50
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R13 023
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/1118:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7R13 185
Sun 13/920:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 19/918:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/7R13 283
Tue 29/920:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 22/1019:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/7R13 332
Fri 24/720:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 10/819:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/7R13 364
Mon 26/109:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops23h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 2/1115:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops22h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/7R14 112
Thu 6/813:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/918:50
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R14 600

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 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 405

One-way from

R6 780

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 381
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/10-2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 15m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 031 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 082 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 12 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

12:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/11

18:10-17:25

1 stop29h 15m

R12 893

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

9:50-14:55

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

R14 112

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

13:45-18:05

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/9

19:10-19:20

1 stop30h 10m

R14 324

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

13:15-15:30

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

7:20-11:30

1 stop34h 10m

R15 136

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

10:10-21:50

1 stop29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/8

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R15 787

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

6:05-21:50

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/9

18:50-17:30

1 stop28h 40m

R16 047

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

9:25-21:50

3 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

18:50-4:00

1 stop39h 10m

R16 161

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

9:00-16:20

2 stops25h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

0:35-17:30

1 stop22h 55m

R16 616

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

18:50-17:10

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/1

22:55-11:00

1 stop42h 05m

R16 876

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

7:30-14:40

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/11

18:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

R17 266

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Deals found on 9/7

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R5 138). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of R35 963). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 12 July 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
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 406 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

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 22h 20m. 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 385. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air 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 Sun City Resort Pilansberg - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R5 138). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of R35 963). 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 514AverageR14 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 309AverageR13 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 320AverageR11 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 758AverageR13 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 788AverageR12 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 268AverageR12 238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR13 211AverageR17 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 296AverageR15 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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