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Flight deals from Cape Town to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,447. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.C$644 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 25.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri., Sep. 25, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$644, select.
Shanghai.C$648 per passenger.Departing Fri., Oct. 2.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri., Oct. 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$648, select.
Shanghai.C$650 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 20.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon., Jul. 20, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$650, select.
Shanghai.C$701 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 10.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed., Mar. 10, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$701, select.
Shanghai.C$729 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jan. 28.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu., Jan. 28, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$729, select.
Shanghai.C$729 per passenger.Departing Thu., Feb. 11.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu., Feb. 11, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$729, select.
Shanghai.C$735 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 18.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed., Nov. 18, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$735, select.
Shanghai.C$764 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 10.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon., Aug. 10, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$764, select.
Shanghai.C$944 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 2.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed., Dec. 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$944, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from C$729
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from C$701
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Alternative Cape Town to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cape Town to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
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from C$855
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
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Cape Town to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$644
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Shanghai is C$958. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$959.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai is usually February.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from C$958.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Shanghai on Monday, February 1, 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In June, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Cape Town.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from CPT to Shanghai.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • We make it a breeze to plan a flight from CPT to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You'll need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from South Africa and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

  • CPT is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Shanghai

  • C$644 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$958. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CPT to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CPT to Shanghai. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai in April when things are quieter.

  • Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from CPT to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Cape Town International Airport to Shanghai to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need on car rentals in Shanghai, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

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