Cheap flights from South Africa to Shanghai, China from R7 470
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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 16 July 2025.
Round-trip from | R11 937 |
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One-way from | R7 470 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | R14 064 |
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to ShanghaiExplore 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 16 July 2025.
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 16 July 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 11/11
19:50-22:20
1 stop20h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 24/11
0:10-18:35
1 stop24h 25m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 30/7
13:55-16:20
1 stop20h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 5/8
0:35-16:10
1 stop21h 35m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/10
10:10-10:15
2 stops42h 05m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 13/10
18:50-7:40
2 stops42h 50m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - SHA
JNBSHA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/10
10:10-15:25
1 stop23h 15m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 13/10
19:25-7:40
2 stops42h 15m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 30/7
9:50-12:40
1 stop20h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 6/8
15:25-8:20
1 stop22h 55m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/9
9:50-9:50
2 stops42h 00m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 2/10
15:25-8:20
1 stop22h 55m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - SHA
JNBSHA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 30/7
10:10-19:00
2 stops26h 50m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 6/8
21:30-7:40
2 stops40h 10m
JohannesburgShanghai
JNB - PVG
JNBPVG
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 11/9
8:00-16:20
3 stops26h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 17/9
0:35-16:10
1 stop21h 35m
Cape TownShanghai
CPT - PVG
CPTPVG
Cape Town Intl
Mon 1/9
13:00-16:20
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 15/9
0:35-10:50
1 stop40h 15m
Cape TownShanghai
CPT - PVG
CPTPVG
Cape Town Intl
Mon 1/9
14:35-15:45
1 stop19h 10m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 15/9
0:20-13:00
1 stop18h 40m
Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Shanghai
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Cheapflights Insights
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 R670). Flying from South Africa to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R895). 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 16 July 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.
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 16 July 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.
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Reviews
Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Oct 2024
CPT - DXB
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