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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai, China from R9 365

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.
JNB — SHA
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai are usually found in February or March, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 706

One-way from

R9 365

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 370
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 203 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 906 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 17/414:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 27/40:20PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R11 706
Thu 22/518:35JNB - PVG
3 stops39h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 28/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R14 139
Wed 18/610:10JNB - PVG
2 stops30h 40mAir China
Wed 25/618:50PVG - JNB
2 stops42h 50mAir China
Deal found 20/2R14 361
Wed 26/310:10JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/420:25SHA - JNB
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R14 729
Sun 6/49:50JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 19/418:55PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2R15 743
Wed 26/39:35JNB - PVG
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/40:35PVG - JNB
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R15 872
Sun 13/411:20JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Sat 26/413:20SHA - JNB
1 stop24h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/2R16 739
Wed 26/310:10JNB - SHA
3 stops27h 10mAir China
Wed 2/416:35SHA - JNB
2 stops45h 05mAir China
Deal found 20/2R17 458
Wed 26/313:25JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Wed 2/47:15PVG - JNB
1 stop33h 00mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R17 587
Sun 16/310:10JNB - PVG
2 stops41h 55mLufthansa
Mon 24/30:10PVG - JNB
2 stops39h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2R18 767
Sun 16/313:45JNB - PVG
1 stop34h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 24/30:10PVG - JNB
1 stop36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2R19 615
Wed 26/323:55JNB - PVG
2 stops37h 10mAir France
Wed 2/421:30PVG - JNB
2 stops29h 50mAir France
Deal found 20/2R20 186

Find flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai 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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

OR Tambo

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/4

14:30-15:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 27/4

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R11 706

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

18:35-16:20

3 stops39h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R14 139

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

10:10-22:50

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 25/6

18:50-7:40

2 stops42h 50m

R14 361

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

10:10-14:15

1 stop22h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R14 729

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

9:50-10:35

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 19/4

18:55-8:35

1 stop19h 40m

R15 743

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

9:35-14:20

3 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/4

0:35-8:10

2 stops37h 35m

R15 872

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 26/4

13:20-7:40

1 stop24h 20m

R16 739

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

10:10-19:20

3 stops27h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

16:35-7:40

2 stops45h 05m

R17 458

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

13:25-21:05

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/4

7:15-10:15

1 stop33h 00m

R17 587

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

10:10-10:05

2 stops41h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/3

0:10-9:30

2 stops39h 20m

R18 767

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 40 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 OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai (average of R654). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo 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 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 21 February 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 299 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 449 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R11 706, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and Qatar Airways. Ethiopian Air is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R9 365 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from R10 176 and Air China from R11 798 one-way.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Singapore in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai. Dubai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.

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

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai and Gold Souq are located about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R395 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Shanghai stopover in Abu Dhabi least frequently. Hong Kong sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai. Shenzhen follows Hong Kong in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Air ChinaCheapestR7 367AverageR13 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 353AverageR12 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 592AverageR16 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 737AverageR14 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 777AverageR15 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 073AverageR14 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 049AverageR17 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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