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Cheapest return flight
R17 850
Typical prices: R16 765-R22 736
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Fri 26/10Fri 2/11
PVG - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 753
Typical prices: R11 823-R14 109
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/11
PVG - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 23% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R18 574 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 19h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pu Dong to Cape Town (PVG-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Pu Dong to Cape Town

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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10:30 - 12:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 850Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 8
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9:55 - 23:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
25h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R17 883Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 8
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23:05 - 23:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
25h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R17 899Turkish Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:55 - 23:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
33h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R17 949Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:30 - 12:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 145Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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18:15 - 17:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20:25 - 9:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R18 375Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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10:30 - 12:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R18 375Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
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18:15 - 12:40PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 522Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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18:15 - 20:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 588Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
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18:15 - 19:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 768Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town and is 24% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

R9 753
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 78% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Pu Dong to Cape Town

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 20 890 km.

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

    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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town range from R16 765 to R22 736, with an average of R19 653 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 765 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town 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 R17 850 to R49 394. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 981, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 6% 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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 113 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R25 554, a difference of R10 441. 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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 48m, compared to 21h 25m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 22h 00m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R15 113 – about R10 441 less than Saturday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average R15 096 return in that month – typically R19 801 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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