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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R6 247

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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 14 February 2026.

Sat 14/219:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 30/616:50
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop31h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/2R10 737
Fri 13/314:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 21/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R10 769
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R10 849
Sat 14/314:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R11 056
Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 11/415:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/2R11 152
Sun 8/39:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 15/314:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/2R11 312
Tue 17/212:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/223:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R11 440
Thu 5/312:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/318:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2R11 520
Tue 2/610:40
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops22h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 16/619:10
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops20h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/2R11 600
Fri 13/314:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R11 679
Sun 15/320:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/323:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2R11 807
Sun 15/314:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/2R11 823

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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 769

One-way from

R6 247

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 657
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/3-21/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3
  • 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 (R2 945 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 14 February 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 056

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 839

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 839

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/3

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 622

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/3

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 670

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

10:10-17:00

2 stops24h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/4

19:25-7:40

2 stops42h 15m

R12 718

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 718

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 22/3

12:45-7:40

1 stop24h 55m

R12 830

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

13:00-16:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/6

0:35-17:30

1 stop22h 55m

R13 022

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

12:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R13 069

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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 567). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 104). 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 14 February 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
1 452 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
3 516 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 162 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
3 734 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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 19h 45m. 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 679. 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 567). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 104). 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 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR7 981AverageR11 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 605AverageR13 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 285AverageR12 586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 732AverageR12 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR11 073AverageR12 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 491AverageR13 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 101AverageR14 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 092AverageR15 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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