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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R7 123

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
mrt. 5 — mrt. 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 3 februari 2026.

wo 1/719:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 45m
Singapore Airlines
zo 12/70:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2R10 959
ma 16/39:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 50m
Etihad Airways
do 19/314:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/2R11 265
di 19/513:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 40m
Singapore Airlines
zo 31/58:05
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/2R11 555
vr 10/719:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
vr 31/714:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/2R11 620
wo 8/49:50
JNB
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PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
za 18/415:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2R11 701
zo 15/214:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
zo 22/223:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R11 829
ma 2/319:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
Singapore Airlines
ma 9/38:20
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop40h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2R11 846
ma 20/414:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
zo 26/40:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R11 910
wo 20/59:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
vr 22/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2R12 103
vr 12/614:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Ethiopian Air
ma 15/60:20
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R12 281
do 5/313:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
ma 9/323:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R12 410
ma 8/610:10
JNB
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SHA
2 stops25h 50m
Air China
wo 17/621:30
SHA
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JNB
2 stops40h 10m
Air China
Deal found 1/2R12 522

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 3 februari 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 959

One-way from

R7 123

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 814
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/7-12/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 45m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R11 588 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 982 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 3 februari 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Shanghai

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 1/7

19:50-6:35

1 stop28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 12/7

0:35-18:35

1 stop24h 00m

R10 959

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 16/3

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

do 19/3

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 265

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

di 19/5

13:45-13:25

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 31/5

8:05-6:10

1 stop28h 05m

R11 555

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vr 10/7

19:50-15:05

1 stop37h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vr 31/7

14:30-18:35

1 stop34h 05m

R11 620

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

wo 8/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

za 18/4

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 701

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

zo 15/2

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 22/2

23:30-3:55

1 stop34h 25m

R11 829

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 2/3

19:55-22:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 9/3

8:20-18:35

1 stop40h 15m

R11 846

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 20/4

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 26/4

0:35-15:50

1 stop21h 15m

R11 910

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vr 12/6

14:30-15:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 15/6

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R12 281

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

do 5/3

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

ma 9/3

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R12 410

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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 301). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 943). 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 3 februari 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
1 443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
3 495 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
1 155 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
955 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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 20h 50m. 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 728. 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R7 301). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 943). 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 3 februari 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR7 968AverageR11 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 680AverageR13 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 375AverageR12 730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 825AverageR12 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 169AverageR12 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 591AverageR13 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 206AverageR14 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 206AverageR15 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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