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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai from R13 009

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai are usually found in February or November, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday 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 November 2024.

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R13 009

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 936
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 22/4-3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Shanghai
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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 November 2024.

Tue 26/1123:00JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/1223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R14 022
Wed 27/1110:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Mon 9/1219:00PVG - JNB
2 stops42h 40mAir China
Deal found 20/11R15 071
Sat 7/1219:25JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/1222:10PVG - JNB
1 stop39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R15 343
Fri 27/1210:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Tue 14/19:10SHA - JNB
2 stops28h 30mAir China
Deal found 20/11R15 361
Fri 29/119:55JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/1217:55PVG - JNB
1 stop20h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R15 524
Fri 29/1113:45JNB - PVG
1 stop26h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 4/120:10PVG - JNB
1 stop36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11R15 741
Sat 7/1219:25JNB - SHA
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/1219:25SHA - JNB
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R15 994
Mon 2/1219:45JNB - PVG
1 stop36h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 4/1223:45PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11R16 917
Mon 2/1219:05JNB - PVG
1 stop40h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/1223:00PVG - JNB
1 stop41h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/11R17 188
Tue 26/1119:35JNB - PVG
2 stops53h 05mAustrian Airlines
Fri 6/1210:30PVG - JNB
2 stops29h 00mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 20/11R18 889
Thu 28/1119:40JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 45mKLM
Fri 6/1211:25PVG - JNB
1 stop40h 35mKLM
Deal found 20/11R19 522
Thu 26/1219:35JNB - PVG
1 stop35h 30mLufthansa
Wed 8/112:00PVG - JNB
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 20/11R21 639

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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

13:45-15:05

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/5

0:35-6:10

1 stop35h 35m

R13 009

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

11:05-12:20

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/3

13:35-7:40

1 stop24h 05m

R13 154

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

10:10-15:00

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/1

12:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R14 384

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

10:10-14:15

1 stop22h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/1

17:40-7:40

1 stop20h 00m

R14 510

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

9:35-14:20

3 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/3

23:45-15:20

1 stop21h 35m

R14 818

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/12

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/12

23:30-13:10

1 stop19h 40m

R15 325

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/12

10:10-18:00

1 stop25h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/1

16:20-7:40

1 stop21h 20m

R15 361

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/12

19:45-14:20

1 stop36h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/12

23:45-15:35

1 stop21h 50m

R16 917

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/12

19:05-17:10

1 stop40h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/12

23:00-10:45

1 stop41h 45m

R17 188

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/12

19:35-13:05

1 stop35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/1

12:00-9:30

1 stop27h 30m

R21 639

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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 15 November 2024.

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 R873). 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 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% 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 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways from Johannesburg to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
878 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 831 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
3 915 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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?

    Singapore Airlines, at R13 009, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Air China. Singapore Airlines is priced at 8% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 R595 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 R873). 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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Air ChinaCheapestR7 231AverageR13 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 173AverageR12 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 396AverageR15 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 398AverageR13 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 676AverageR13 616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 728AverageR14 612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 494AverageR17 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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