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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Cape Town from R12 520

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 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CPT
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Cape Town 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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 27/1

23:30-14:30

1 stop21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/2

13:50-16:15

1 stop20h 25m

R21 151

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 26/1

0:10-9:25

2 stops39h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/2

10:55-22:20

2 stops29h 25m

R22 797

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/1

11:40-11:05

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

19:50-8:25

1 stop30h 35m

R22 996

ShanghaiCape Town

SHA - CPT

SHACPT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/12

10:10-10:30

2 stops54h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

12:35-18:10

2 stops23h 35m

R25 095

ShanghaiCape Town

SHA - CPT

SHACPT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/1

16:10-10:30

2 stops48h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/2

12:35-10:35

2 stops40h 00m

R27 157

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/1

0:10-10:55

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

19:50-8:25

1 stop30h 35m

R33 870

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/1

22:05-6:30

1 stop38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/2

0:35-19:05

2 stops60h 30m

R34 467

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/1

0:10-10:55

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

14:40-6:50

2 stops58h 10m

R34 974

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/1

16:05-13:45

3 stops27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

14:35-1:05

3 stops28h 30m

R45 323

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/2

0:10-9:35

2 stops39h 25m

R12 520

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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R21 151

One-way from

R12 520
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/1-6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • Shanghai to Cape Town
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • Shanghai to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Thu 5/1210:10SHA - CPT
2 stops54h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1212:35CPT - SHA
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R25 095

Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Cape Town in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
8,3
Very Good
476 reviews

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Food

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

8,3
Very Good
476 reviews
8,3
Very Good
476 reviews

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Food

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
8,3
Very Good
476 reviews

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Food

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
8,3
Very Good
476 reviews

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Food

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

7,5
Good
3 831 reviews
8,3
Very Good
476 reviews

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Food

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

7,4
Good
1 523 reviews
8,3
Very Good
476 reviews

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Food

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Shanghai?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Shanghai to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Shanghai; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Shanghai. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Shanghai to Cape Town round-trip from R21 151. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R22 797, and SWISS, from R22 996.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R12 520. Qatar Airways flights start at R14 384 while deals on Asiana Airlines start at R23 213 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Shanghai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R149). 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 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Cape Town. 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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 991AverageR23 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR22 182AverageR27 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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