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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R6 629

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
May 17 — May 241
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 17 April 2026.

Thu 18/69:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R11 430
Wed 27/520:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 15/616:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4R11 479
Sat 4/79:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/715:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 495
Wed 29/79:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/815:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R11 512
Mon 27/720:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 3/819:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R11 577
Sun 21/69:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
China Eastern
Sat 27/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/4R11 708
Fri 12/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R11 822
Mon 11/512:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/50:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R11 855
Sat 16/520:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 5/68:05
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4R11 887
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R11 920
Mon 1/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/618:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R12 149
Thu 3/913:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/318:10
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop29h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R12 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 430

One-way from

R6 629

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 794
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/6-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 05m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 855 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

9:50-12:55

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/6

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R12 083

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

10:40-22:45

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/3

8:20-9:25

2 stops31h 05m

R12 736

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

12:40-16:55

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R13 781

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

19:30-16:55

1 stop39h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 18/5

0:35-12:55

1 stop42h 20m

R13 928

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

12:40-16:55

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R14 026

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 22/6

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R14 190

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

13:15-22:35

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

18:40-17:30

1 stop28h 50m

R14 206

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R14 222

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

19:30-22:35

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/8

18:40-10:15

1 stop21h 35m

R15 610

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

9:25-16:40

3 stops25h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R15 872

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Deals found on 17/4

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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 160). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in April is currently the most expensive (average of R27 138). 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 17 April 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
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 276 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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 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 21h 05m. 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 049. 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 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 160). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in April is currently the most expensive (average of R27 138). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 700AverageR14 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 076AverageR11 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 350AverageR13 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 682AverageR12 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 835AverageR12 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 316AverageR12 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR12 354AverageR15 248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 354AverageR15 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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