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There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Shanghai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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12 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cairo (CAI)
Cheapest • Avg R11 501 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 19h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai (JNB-SHA)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai at R11 787 return.
•December (R14 512) and August (R14 496) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 23% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flights

Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Shanghai

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 18 916 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai range from R11 946 to R15 118, with an average of R13 304 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 946 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of R13 304. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 460 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R13 971, a difference of R1 510. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 17m, compared to 20h 25m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 20h 51m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Shanghai?

    Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (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?

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 460 – about R1 510 less than Sunday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai trip for February. Fares historically average R11 787 return in that month – typically R2 725 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, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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

    Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

    · Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina

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