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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 928

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Fri 3/715:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Fri 28/89:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops42h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/4R13 037
Fri 27/1118:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 30/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4R13 069
Thu 25/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 26/820:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/4R13 168
Fri 27/1118:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R13 282
Fri 27/1119:20
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops43h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 30/119:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/4R13 610
Sun 31/50:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R13 659
Mon 6/719:05
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops43h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 2/99:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops25h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4R14 953
Mon 6/719:25
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops42h 15m
Air China
Wed 2/910:10
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop22h 15m
Air China
Deal found 14/4R17 557
Mon 1/622:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/612:40
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops44h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4R18 523
Mon 6/713:20
SHA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 2/911:10
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop18h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/4R19 555
Sat 30/510:10
SHA
-
JNB
3 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/610:05
JNB
-
SHA
3 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R20 374
Fri 26/616:50
SHA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 26/811:10
JNB
-
SHA
1 stop18h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 13/4R20 505

Find flight deals from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 987

One-way from

R6 928

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 114
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/6-4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R188 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 758 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo 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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 30/6

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

9:50-12:55

1 stop21h 05m

R12 987

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

9:50-10:05

2 stops42h 15m

R13 037

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 26/6

19:10-19:20

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

20:25-13:25

1 stop35h 00m

R13 184

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 31/5

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

12:40-16:55

1 stop22h 15m

R13 659

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-16:55

1 stop22h 15m

R13 888

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/7

18:00-8:20

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

9:50-12:55

1 stop21h 05m

R14 822

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/7

19:05-8:20

2 stops43h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

9:50-17:30

2 stops25h 40m

R14 953

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 23/9

12:50-8:20

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

9:50-23:10

2 stops31h 20m

R16 623

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 25/6

0:35-15:20

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

9:25-16:20

3 stops24h 55m

R16 672

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 22/5

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:35-16:40

3 stops40h 05m

R16 951

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 194). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 936). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 276 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to OR Tambo. 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 Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Etihad Airways, China Eastern, and Singapore Airlines can get you from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 23h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 50m. Shanghai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 11779 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R3 187. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from R8 174, and Singapore Airlines, from R11 136. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 78% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 033. Users have also found prices from R5 952 and R6 411 on China Eastern and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to OR Tambo 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 Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 194). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 936). 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 5 airlines flying from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo. 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 187AverageR13 649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 174AverageR14 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 136AverageR13 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 854AverageR15 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 958AverageR15 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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