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Cheapest return flight
R13 698
Typical prices: R12 779-R16 603
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/3Tue 20/3
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 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 20% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R13 211 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 19h 25m (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

Sun, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 20
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:20 - 17:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 698Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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12:35 - 22:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:20 - 10:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 807Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 22:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:20 - 10:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 840Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 05m1 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
R16 318Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 2 - Thu, May 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 16:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
42h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:45 - 23:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R16 714Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:20 - 9:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 093Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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8:20 - 9:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 126Singapore Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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6:15 - 11:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 489Emirates
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 21:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:15 - 18:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 489Emirates
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
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23:30 - 13:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R21 807Ethiopian 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 779 to R16 603. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 698 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 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at R11 538 return.
•December (R16 714) and October (R15 296) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% 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 36% 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

R13 698
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travellers.
Return 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 779 to R16 603, with an average of R14 371 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 779 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 23% above the R14 371 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 698 to R91 943. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 10% 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 16% on flights from Cape Town to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R13 038 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R15 445, a difference of R2 407.

    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 25m, compared to 23h 13m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 24h 14m 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 038, which is about R2 407 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 36% 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 May. Fares historically average R11 538 return in that month – typically R5 176 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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