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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R7 725

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
May 2 — May 91
1 adult

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 27 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 128

One-way from

R7 725

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 598
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 6/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 50m total
  • South Africa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R25 138 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 339 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 April 2025.

Thu 22/513:55JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 28/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R12 128
Sat 12/719:50JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 21/714:30PVG - JNB
1 stop34h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4R12 277
Wed 14/510:10JNB - PVG
2 stops42h 05mAir China
Wed 21/516:20PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 20mAir China
Deal found 26/4R12 930
Fri 23/514:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/50:20PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R13 229
Wed 4/610:10JNB - SHA
2 stops23h 50mAir China
Tue 10/611:30SHA - JNB
2 stops26h 10mAir China
Deal found 26/4R13 509
Thu 2/1011:20JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 16/1022:30SHA - JNB
1 stop39h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R14 124
Fri 16/511:20JNB - PVG
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 23/519:05PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/4R14 143
Fri 16/510:10JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/520:25SHA - JNB
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 572
Thu 2/1013:25JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 05mEmirates
Wed 15/100:05PVG - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEmirates
Deal found 25/4R15 972
Sun 25/517:50JNB - PVG
1 stop37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/618:50PVG - JNB
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R16 065
Fri 19/1210:00JNB - PVG
1 stop17h 45mEtihad Airways
Fri 2/117:55PVG - JNB
1 stop20h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/4R17 670
Tue 27/510:40JNB - PVG
2 stops46h 25mLufthansa
Sat 7/623:50PVG - JNB
1 stop38h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 26/4R18 267

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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 27 April 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

Thu 22/5

13:55-16:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R12 128

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/7

19:50-13:25

1 stop35h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 21/7

14:30-18:35

1 stop34h 05m

R12 277

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

10:10-10:15

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 21/5

16:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

R12 930

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

14:30-15:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/5

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R13 229

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

10:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

R13 509

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

11:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/10

22:30-7:40

1 stop39h 10m

R14 124

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

11:20-20:15

1 stop26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/5

19:05-7:40

1 stop18h 35m

R14 143

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/5

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R14 572

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

13:25-15:30

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/10

0:05-20:50

1 stop26h 45m

R15 972

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

17:50-12:50

1 stop37h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/6

18:50-7:40

2 stops42h 50m

R16 065

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R654). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R912). 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 PVG?

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 27 April 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 27 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Austrian Airlines from South Africa to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. 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
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
780 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
851 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 560 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 290 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 725. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and Cathay Pacific, 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, Sun City Resort Pilansberg - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai (average of R654). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R912). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 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 27 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapestR7 457AverageR13 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 225AverageR13 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 721AverageR16 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 822AverageR16 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 011AverageR15 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 466AverageR15 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 514AverageR19 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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