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Cheapest return flight
R13 036
Typical prices: R12 542-R16 404
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/10Sat 10/11
CPT - PVG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 029
Typical prices: R6 884-R10 130
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/12
CPT - PVG • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R13 200 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 19h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Pu Dong (CPT-PVG)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Pu Dong

Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 17:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 036Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 17:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 151Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 6:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
37h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:25 - 9:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 498Singapore Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:15 - 16:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 016Emirates
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:35 - 19:55PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 643Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:35 - 19:55PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 676Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Thu, Mar 4
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 6:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
37h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:25 - 9:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 342Singapore Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Fri, Mar 5
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
38h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:15 - 11:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 524Emirates
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Jan 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 14:10PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R20 147Ethiopian Air
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Jan 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:30 - 14:10PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R20 147Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport typically range from R12 542 to R16 404. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 036 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at R11 138 return.
•December (R16 550) and October (R15 296) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R7 029
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 146% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Pu Dong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Pu Dong based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport takes 00m, covering 20 890 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport range from R12 542 to R16 404, with an average of R14 042 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 542 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the R14 042 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 036 to R66 564. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 701, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R13 102 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R15 626, a difference of R2 525.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 26m, compared to 23h 03m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 23h 46m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is 6 hours ahead of Cape Town (China Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Oriental Pearl Tower is one of the most viewed places in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average R13 102, about R2 525 less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R11 138 return in that month – typically R5 412 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

    • Dazhong Airport Hotel
    • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

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