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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R6 511

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Jun 30 — Jul 71
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 31 May 2026.

Thu 23/712:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/818:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R12 213
Tue 8/920:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/318:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R12 537
Mon 20/713:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/818:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R12 601
Tue 15/920:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 13/108:05
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/5R12 666
Thu 10/1213:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/123:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R12 828
Wed 17/613:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 14/1018:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R12 828
Wed 17/613:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 19/1018:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R12 861
Wed 17/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/1018:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R12 877
Tue 7/712:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R13 120
Wed 17/613:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/1018:40
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R13 152
Sun 16/812:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 23/818:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R13 168
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R13 201

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 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 213

One-way from

R6 511

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 039
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7-11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 450 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 763 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 31 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/10

23:35-17:25

1 stop23h 50m

R14 075

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/7

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/10

23:35-17:25

1 stop23h 50m

R14 302

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

12:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/8

18:40-4:00

1 stop39h 20m

R14 966

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

13:30-15:30

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/7

7:20-5:30

1 stop28h 10m

R15 371

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

9:25-16:20

3 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R15 501

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

12:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/8

18:40-4:00

1 stop39h 20m

R15 566

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

18:40-10:15

1 stop21h 35m

R16 505

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:15-22:35

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

18:40-10:15

1 stop21h 35m

R16 554

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

13:15-16:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

18:40-10:15

1 stop21h 35m

R16 570

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-22:35

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/10

18:40-17:30

1 stop28h 50m

R16 667

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/5

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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 118). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 801). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 31 May 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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

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
1 527 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

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
3 577 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

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
1 353 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

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
1 006 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

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 20h. 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 008. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Singapore Airlines, 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 Cape Town Intl - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R5 118). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 801). 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 31 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 160AverageR14 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 026AverageR11 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 274AverageR13 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 718AverageR13 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 748AverageR12 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
China EasternCheapestR11 225AverageR12 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR12 663AverageR15 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 152AverageR14 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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