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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R17 539

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

The best prices from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in August or June, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R17 539

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R16 107
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/1-5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • Shanghai to Johannesburg
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Best flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Shanghai to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Wed 15/123:30PVG - JNB
1 stop26h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/223:00JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R17 539
Tue 21/118:05SHA - JNB
2 stops45h 20mXiamenAir
Sat 25/113:20JNB - SHA
2 stops37h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 18/12R18 354
Wed 22/119:25SHA - JNB
2 stops42h 15mAir China
Wed 29/110:10JNB - SHA
2 stops29h 30mAir China
Deal found 17/12R20 456
Wed 15/123:30PVG - JNB
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/210:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R23 645
Tue 14/10:10PVG - JNB
1 stop36h 55mLufthansa
Wed 5/219:35JNB - PVG
2 stops39h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12R34 208
Tue 21/118:00SHA - JNB
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/111:05JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R24 442
Fri 7/211:40PVG - JNB
1 stop39h 55mSWISS
Tue 18/223:55JNB - PVG
1 stop26h 30mSWISS
Deal found 17/12R58 722
Thu 6/217:55PVG - JNB
1 stop20h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 14/29:55JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12R63 053
Tue 18/316:25PVG - JNB
1 stop44h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 26/313:45JNB - PVG
1 stop26h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/12R63 886
Fri 7/217:30PVG - JNB
1 stop20h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 15/211:05JNB - PVG
1 stop17h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/12R73 126
Sun 2/26:15PVG - JNB
1 stop40h 20mEmirates
Sat 15/213:25JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEmirates
Deal found 17/12R82 602
Tue 18/310:30PVG - JNB
2 stops53h 00mAustrian Airlines
Wed 26/319:35JNB - PVG
2 stops29h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 17/12R84 269

Find flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo within your budget

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 19 December 2024.

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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/1

23:30-20:00

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

23:00-16:15

1 stop35h 15m

R17 539

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/1

18:05-9:25

2 stops45h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/1

13:20-8:50

2 stops37h 30m

R18 354

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/1

19:25-7:40

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

10:10-21:40

2 stops29h 30m

R20 456

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/1

23:30-20:00

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

10:10-23:20

2 stops31h 10m

R23 645

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/1

18:00-13:10

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/1

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

R24 442

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/1

0:10-7:05

1 stop36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

19:35-16:50

2 stops39h 15m

R34 208

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 7/2

11:40-21:35

1 stop39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

23:55-8:25

1 stop26h 30m

R58 722

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/2

17:55-8:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

9:55-9:55

1 stop18h 00m

R63 053

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/3

16:25-6:25

1 stop44h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

13:45-22:20

1 stop26h 35m

R63 886

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/2

19:10-7:40

2 stops42h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/2

10:10-23:20

2 stops31h 10m

R70 517

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to OR Tambo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Shanghai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 41 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 PVG to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

When flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
839 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

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.

  • 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 R17 539. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are XiamenAir, from R18 354, and Air China, from R20 456. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Shanghai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 6 airlines flying from Shanghai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 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 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapestR12 947AverageR16 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 081AverageR15 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 154AverageR17 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 905AverageR16 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 730AverageR17 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 811AverageR19 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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