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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R7 437

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Dec 8 — Dec 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 8 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 153

One-way from

R7 437

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 240
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/1-31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R24 309 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 665 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 8 November 2025.

Mon 1/1210:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Wed 17/1219:00PVG - JNB
2 stops42h 40mAir China
Deal found 7/11R12 413
Wed 26/119:25JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 3/1223:35PVG - JNB
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11R12 517
Wed 26/118:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R12 673
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - SHA
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1220:30SHA - JNB
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R12 881
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAir China
Wed 3/1221:00PVG - JNB
2 stops40h 40mAir China
Deal found 6/11R12 950
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Wed 3/1222:30SHA - JNB
2 stops39h 10mAir China
Deal found 6/11R12 950
Mon 1/1210:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1216:30PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R12 985
Wed 26/1119:55JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/120:10PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/11R13 141
Tue 11/119:50JNB - PVG
1 stop21h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 25/1114:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/11R13 193
Mon 1/129:50JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Mon 8/1214:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/11R13 297
Fri 21/1110:10JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Tue 25/1113:40PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 00mAir China
Deal found 5/11R13 453
Fri 21/1110:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Tue 25/1115:35SHA - JNB
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/11R13 453

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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 8 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 153

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/12

23:35-15:35

1 stop22h 00m

R12 517

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

8:20-16:15

1 stop25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/12

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R12 690

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R12 950

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

19:55-22:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/12

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R13 141

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

10:10-11:00

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

13:40-7:40

1 stop24h 00m

R13 453

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

10:10-12:25

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/12

19:00-7:40

2 stops42h 40m

R13 453

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

16:30-7:40

2 stops45h 10m

R13 453

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

10:10-16:25

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 25/11

12:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R13 522

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

10:10-17:55

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R13 557

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 853). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 771). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 November 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 8 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 055 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
893 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 403 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 18h 15m. There are 11739 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 R7 437. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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, Cape Town Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • 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 853). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 771). 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 8 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 571AverageR12 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 897AverageR13 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 010AverageR15 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 140AverageR14 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR12 271AverageR13 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 715AverageR14 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 130AverageR15 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 206AverageR16 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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