JNB - SHA

$848 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl departing on 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg to Shanghai, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg to Shanghai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$848
Overall average: $783
Air China
Mon 6/8Sat 6/20
JNB - SHA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/31
JNB - SHA • multi-stop
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Air China
Cheapest • from $848 (round-trip)
Singapore Airlines
Best reviews • 8.2 score
Airline reviews
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
September
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl (JNB-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl

Mon, Jun 8 - Sat, Jun 20
Air China Logo
10:10 am - 4:00 pm
JNB
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SHA
23h 50m
2 stops
Air China Logo
10:30 pm - 7:40 am
SHA
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JNB
39h 10m
2 stops
$848Air China
Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 18
Air China Logo
10:10 am - 7:00 pm
JNB
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SHA
26h 50m
2 stops
Air China Logo
8:55 am - 7:40 am
SHA
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JNB
28h 45m
2 stops
$878Air China
Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 10:55 am
JNB
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SHA
32h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 7:40 am
SHA
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JNB
22h 05m
1 stop
$889Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Tue, Mar 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 10:55 am
JNB
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SHA
32h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 7:40 am
SHA
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JNB
25h 15m
2 stops
$890Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 7:55 pm
JNB
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SHA
28h 05m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 8:20 am
SHA
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JNB
22h 50m
2 stops
$926Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 am - 12:20 pm
JNB
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SHA
19h 20m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 7:25 am
SHA
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JNB
23h 50m
1 stop
$927Cathay Pacific
Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 am - 12:05 pm
JNB
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SHA
18h 55m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:50 pm - 7:55 am
SHA
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JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
$928Cathay Pacific
Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 am - 12:05 pm
JNB
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SHA
18h 55m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:50 pm - 7:45 am
SHA
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JNB
20h 55m
1 stop
$929Cathay Pacific
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 25
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 am - 12:20 pm
JNB
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SHA
19h 20m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 7:25 am
SHA
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JNB
23h 50m
1 stop
$935Cathay Pacific
Sat, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 21
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 am - 12:05 pm
JNB
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SHA
18h 55m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:50 pm - 7:45 am
SHA
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JNB
20h 55m
1 stop
$936Cathay Pacific
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $668 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $883 and $851 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$848
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Shanghai flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport was $848 for a round-trip ticket.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Johannesburg and Shanghai?

    A passport is required to fly from Johannesburg to Shanghai.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and Shanghai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai, Singapore Airlines or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai are Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of $656 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $672 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline. Booking your flights between Johannesburg and SHA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Shanghai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Shanghai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to Hongqiao Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1443 reviews
7.8Food
8.3Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.0Entertainment
8.6Crew
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I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

8.0 Excellentpuravi, Dec 2025
EWR - SIN
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I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

The flight crew was phenominal! We couldn't have asked for any better. They were experienced professionals.

The crew was very courteous and professional. the flight is relatively clean and comfortable.

SQ service is great as always. However, the food quality seems to have gotten a lot worse recently.

The consistency with Singapore Airlines is fantastic. Crew are always brilliant and food delicious in business class

Wish the underseat compartment don’t have a restriction, can fit a personal item such as backpack fully like most Boeing

Best airline I think. No problems with anything. Crew were great, no problems with the airline food and entertainment and a smooth flight.

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

The food wasn’t good at all. I skipped meals .

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

The crew was not helping us in the airports ..Very bad experience..the washrooms are not meeting the expectations..need more good service... The hotel service was good but there is a very long wait time which wasted time to go through..

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

Our first flight was delayed and when we got off that plane, nobody was really helping to direct us to the next gate. It was very frustrating. One staff simply said hurry, which wasn’t helpful. We had to go a long way to get to the next gate. Another issue on the plane itself was the bathrooms were disgusting and filthy and it didn’t seem like anybody was checking on them were cleaning them and it was a long flight. There was urine on the floor and they stunk. Also, the screen in front of my seat did not work, and I tried different headphones and still had no sound. You would think somehow those things are reviewed occasionally for working order.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

i send you separate claim of what happens ,I buy ticketed from you and you said that it is confirmed and shall send the ticket in 24 hrs but you did not send and when we go to Ethiopian air line counter they say it is pending and we dont know why ,and we forced to buy another ticket ,and this all because Ethiopian air lines canceled the return flight from Adi Ababa to Amman, please note that we buy all the tickets through your app and hold you responsible for all loss and discomfort.

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