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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, China from R8 493

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Shanghai are usually found in February or May, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 29 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 864

One-way from

R8 493

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 933
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 22/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 4/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R24 909 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 189 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2025.

Thu 22/513:45JNB - PVG
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 28/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop35h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/3R11 864
Tue 1/48:10JNB - PVG
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 3/40:35PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R13 559
Sun 6/711:20JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 6/814:30PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/3R14 130
Sun 6/711:20JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 6/813:20SHA - JNB
1 stop24h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/3R14 130
Tue 1/414:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 5/40:20PVG - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/3R14 517
Wed 7/510:10JNB - PVG
2 stops30h 40mAir China
Wed 14/516:20PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 20mAir China
Deal found 29/3R14 738
Sun 13/49:50JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 19/418:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R14 830
Thu 29/513:55JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/619:35PVG - JNB
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R15 236
Tue 6/517:50JNB - SHA
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/513:30SHA - JNB
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R16 359
Tue 1/422:20JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
Fri 4/47:15PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 35mEmirates
Deal found 28/3R17 649
Mon 15/1210:10JNB - SHA
1 stop29h 30mAir China
Mon 5/121:30SHA - JNB
1 stop40h 10mAir China
Deal found 29/3R17 981
Thu 22/518:50JNB - PVG
2 stops32h 35mAir France
Thu 29/521:30PVG - JNB
2 stops29h 50mAir France
Deal found 28/3R20 449

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

13:45-22:45

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-6:10

1 stop35h 35m

R11 864

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

11:20-13:15

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/8

14:30-7:40

1 stop23h 10m

R14 130

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/8

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

R14 130

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

10:10-22:50

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/5

16:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

R14 738

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

9:50-10:35

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 19/4

18:30-8:20

1 stop19h 50m

R14 830

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

8:25-16:20

3 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R14 904

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

13:55-16:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-16:15

2 stops45h 40m

R15 328

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

17:50-14:25

2 stops38h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/5

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

R16 359

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/4

8:20-15:45

1 stop25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 18/4

0:20-3:55

1 stop33h 35m

R18 625

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

18:50-9:25

2 stops32h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/5

21:30-21:20

2 stops29h 50m

R20 357

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 79 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 Johannesburg to Shanghai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai (average of R654). Flying from Johannesburg 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 JNB to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 29 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 29 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific from Johannesburg to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
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Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
839 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 537 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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 flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai round-trip from R11 864. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R14 130, and Air China, from R14 738. Singapore Airlines is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    R8 493 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R10 114 and R12 877, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong or Johannesburg Lanseria - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from Johannesburg to Shanghai.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Shanghai stopover in Doha most frequently. Singapore follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Shanghai flights. Dubai follows Singapore in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg to Shanghai flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can hire a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of R670 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Shanghai flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Abu Dhabi. Shenzhen sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Shanghai flights. Hong Kong sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Johannesburg to Shanghai route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai (average of R654). Flying from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapestR7 362AverageR13 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 108AverageR11 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 585AverageR16 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 673AverageR15 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 857AverageR14 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 937AverageR14 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 263AverageR18 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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