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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R7 192

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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 23 März 2026.

Mo 1/619:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Singapore Airlines
So 7/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/3R11 817
Sa 30/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sa 6/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R11 885
Do 18/69:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops25h 05m
China Eastern
Do 25/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/3R12 140
Sa 2/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fr 15/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R12 174
Mi 15/49:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Do 23/415:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R12 293
Fr 1/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Di 12/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R12 327
Do 9/414:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
So 19/40:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R12 361
Do 2/414:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mi 8/40:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R12 378
Do 18/614:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mo 22/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R12 446
Sa 30/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops41h 35m
China Eastern
Sa 6/610:30
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops27h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/3R12 463
So 17/59:45
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops25h 45m
China Eastern
Di 26/510:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops27h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/3R12 463
Mi 8/49:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sa 18/415:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R12 480

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 23 März 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 817

One-way from

R7 192

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 517
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/6-7/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 40m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 841 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 303 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 23 März 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 12/5

19:50-18:05

1 stop40h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fr 22/5

0:35-18:35

1 stop24h 00m

R13 330

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 11/5

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sa 23/5

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R13 653

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 17/4

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

So 26/4

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R14 249

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 10/4

9:45-12:55

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 23/4

15:00-8:15

1 stop23h 15m

R14 317

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mo 8/6

10:40-22:45

2 stops30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mo 22/6

19:10-9:25

2 stops44h 15m

R14 317

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 6/4

10:10-18:20

1 stop26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sa 25/4

17:30-7:40

2 stops44h 10m

R15 507

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 20/4

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sa 2/5

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R15 728

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mo 8/6

13:00-22:35

1 stop27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

So 21/6

0:35-19:55

2 stops25h 20m

R15 949

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 15/4

14:45-16:20

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 21/4

0:35-15:50

1 stop21h 15m

R16 085

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 19/4

17:40-16:20

2 stops40h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 5/5

18:40-8:50

1 stop20h 10m

R17 122

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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 393). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 817). 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 23 März 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
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
3 542 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
1 225 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
975 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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 40m. 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 R6 156. 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R6 393). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 817). 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 23 März 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 060AverageR14 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 450AverageR12 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 736AverageR14 092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 124AverageR13 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 282AverageR13 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 784AverageR12 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 865AverageR15 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 905AverageR16 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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