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Cheapest return flight
R13 111
Typical prices: R11 823-R14 961
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/10Sun 14/10
JNB - PVG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 775
Typical prices: R7 380-R11 385
Qatar Airways
Mon 26/11
JNB - PVG • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg and Shanghai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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JNB - PVG
Cheapest
JNB - SHA
Most popular
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
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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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cairo (CAI)
Cheapest • Avg R11 382 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 19h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

 
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Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 10:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
19:25 - 8:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 111Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 8:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 176Qatar Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 8:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 339Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 35m2 stops Shenzhen Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
21:30 - 7:40SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 10m2 stops Beijing Capital Shenzhen
R13 534Air China
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Air China Logo
10:10 - 15:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 10m2 stops Shenzhen Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
20:05 - 7:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 35m2 stops Beijing Capital Shenzhen
R13 550Air China
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 7:40SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 10m2 stops Beijing Capital Shenzhen
R13 712Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:15 - 8:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 842Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 22:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Beijing Daxing Intl
China Eastern Logo
9:00 - 8:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 20m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 923China Eastern
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:30 - 8:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 940Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14
China Eastern Logo
9:45 - 16:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Beijing Daxing Intl
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 8:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 20m2 stops Beijing Capital Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R15 142China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg to Shanghai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

Return flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai start at R13 111. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R11 823 to R14 961. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 111 on Etihad Airways.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg 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 to Shanghai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai at R11 665 return.
•December (R14 362) and August (R14 346) 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 to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg 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 to Shanghai flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R6 775
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg 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 to Shanghai flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai may depart from several airports in Johannesburg area, including Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA) and Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), with arrivals available at airports in Shanghai such as Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg 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 to Shanghai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Johannesburg to Shanghai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 331 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R13 826, a difference of R1 495. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

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

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of R13 166. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 18 949 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg 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 are flight prices from Johannesburg to Shanghai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg to Shanghai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R8 768.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg 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 and Shanghai?

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai range from R11 823 to R14 961, with an average of R13 166 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 823 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg 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 331 – about R1 495 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 to Shanghai trip for February. Fares historically average R11 665 return in that month – typically R2 697 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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