Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

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How much is a ticket from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

Depending on when you travel and how far in advance you book, fares between Johannesburg and Shanghai can differ a lot.

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If you’re flexible with timing, consider overnight flights — they often cost less and are less crowded. Exploring multiple date and time combinations can help you find the cheapest solution.

Best airport options between Johannesburg and Shanghai

If you're open to flying into or out of more than one airport, you’ll have more routes to compare.

  • Airports in Johannesburg: An alternative to Johannesburg - Tambo is Lanseria.
  • Airports in Shanghai: Pudong offers an alternative to Shanghai - Hongqiao.

Some airports offer extras like lounges, fast track, or self check-in — good to keep in mind. Comparing airports by services offered helps you balance cost and comfort.

Flights from Johannesburg - Tambo to Shanghai - Hongqiao

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Other popular destinations

Planning a trip to China? These cities are popular too: Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai.

How much does an airline ticket from Johannesburg to Shanghai cost?

Flight prices can vary a lot depending on the period and destination. At the moment, this information is not available for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai.

How far is Johannesburg from Shanghai?

Johannesburg is about 7299 mi from Shanghai.

What are the airports in Shanghai?

Shanghai has another airport: Pudong.

What are the airports in Johannesburg?

Johannesburg has another airport: Lanseria.

What are the most popular cities in China?

The most popular cities in China according to our users' searches are: Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen.

When should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

The best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai is 9 months in advance, while the worst time is 8 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

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What is the most expensive month to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

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What is the best day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

For flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai Sunday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Sunday is the most expensive day to fly.