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Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R12 814

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Dec 15 — Dec 221
1 adult

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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 599 298 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2024.

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

19:50-13:25

1 stop35h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/5

19:10-6:10

1 stop17h 00m

R12 814

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 17/4

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

R16 442

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

19:30-12:10

1 stop34h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/5

12:15-7:40

2 stops25h 25m

R16 620

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

9:05-16:30

3 stops25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/4

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R17 210

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

10:10-10:15

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/1

16:30-7:40

2 stops45h 10m

R17 550

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

10:10-17:55

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/1

8:55-9:30

2 stops30h 35m

R19 319

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

8:20-16:15

1 stop25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/1

23:30-13:10

1 stop19h 40m

R19 390

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

19:35-13:05

1 stop35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/1

0:10-7:05

1 stop36h 55m

R21 392

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/1

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R26 378

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

13:35-1:20

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 17/4

15:25-13:05

3 stops27h 40m

R38 566

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 December 2024.

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R12 814
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 22/4-4/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • 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 10 December 2024.

Wed 25/1210:10JNB - PVG
2 stops42h 05mAir China
Wed 22/116:30PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 10mAir China
Deal found 9/12R17 550
Wed 25/1210:10JNB - SHA
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/18:55SHA - JNB
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12R19 319
Wed 25/128:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/123:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12R19 390
Wed 25/1210:10JNB - PVG
2 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/111:10PVG - JNB
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12R19 623
Wed 25/1219:35JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 30mLufthansa
Tue 21/10:10PVG - JNB
1 stop36h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 9/12R21 392
Wed 25/1210:10JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Wed 22/118:30SHA - JNB
2 stops43h 10mAir China
Deal found 9/12R26 378

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 December 2024.

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 10 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air China, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air 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
1 335 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 335 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 335 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
853 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 335 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 804 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 335 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Malaysia Airlines
7,4
Good
298 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 335 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Ethiopian Air
7,3
Good
782 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 335 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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 Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R44 374. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific 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, 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 599 298 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapestR7 142AverageR12 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 061AverageR12 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 268AverageR15 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 379AverageR13 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 524AverageR14 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 589AverageR15 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 358AverageR17 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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