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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

290%Trains are 290% more expensive in Johannesburg than in Shanghai.

ShanghaiR 9,68

JohannesburgR 38,00

MealMid-priced restaurant

180%The average meal is 180% more expensive in Johannesburg than in Shanghai.

ShanghaiR 72,63

JohannesburgR 200,00

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

60%A taxi fare in Johannesburg is 60% cheaper than in Shanghai.

ShanghaiR 36,31

JohannesburgR 16,00

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

29%Coffee in Johannesburg is 29% cheaper than in Shanghai.

ShanghaiR 54,55

JohannesburgR 38,91

Distance: 11781 kms

Shanghai airports

Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms

Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms

Johannesburg airports

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms

Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA)How far from city centre: 48 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg

Planning your journey from Shanghai to Johannesburg? With eDreams, booking your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai is easy. We offer a wide selection of flights to suit your needs and budget. Johannesburg is 6 hours behind Shanghai. Note: Check for Daylight Saving Time, as times may vary. Book your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai with eDreams today and enjoy your trip!

Time Difference Between Shanghai and Johannesburg

Johannesburg is 6 hours behind Shanghai. Remember to account for potential Daylight Saving Time changes.

Best Time to Fly to Johannesburg

Johannesburg enjoys a mild climate year-round. Summer temperatures average 26°C, while winter temperatures average around 4°C. Book your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai with eDreams and experience the vibrant city. For pleasant weather and fewer crowds, consider visiting between March and May or September and November. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures perfect for exploring the city's attractions.

Shanghai Airports

Find your ideal flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai. eDreams offers a wide selection of flights to suit your needs.

Airport Information

Shanghai has two main passenger airports: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Pudong Airport (PVG) is the main international airport and a major hub for flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai. Hongqiao Airport (SHA) primarily serves domestic and regional flights but also offers some international connections.

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Pudong International Airport is located about 30 kilometres east of Shanghai city centre. It's a major hub for China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Air China and offers numerous flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Hongqiao International Airport is located about 13 kilometres west of Shanghai city centre. While primarily serving domestic routes, it's also a starting point for some international flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai.

Main Airlines for this route

These are some of the airlines that fly from Shanghai to Johannesburg:

Cathay Pacific
Qatar Airways
Singapore Airlines

Johannesburg Airports

Flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai land at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the main airport serving the city. Other airports serving the area include Lanseria International Airport (HLA) and Grand Central Airport (GCJ), but these primarily handle smaller aircraft and domestic flights. For flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai, your arrival airport will likely be JNB.

Airport Information

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

JNB offers a wide range of facilities, including shops, restaurants, and lounges like the Bidvest Premier Lounge and the SAA Platinum and Premium Lounges. For flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai arriving at JNB, you can easily reach the city centre via various transport options.

The Gautrain provides a convenient rail link to Sandton, from where you can connect to the city centre. Alternatively, the Metrobus offers regular bus services. Taxis are readily available outside the terminals, with an average fare of around ZAR 600 to the city centre. You can also rent a car at the airport with eDreams car rentals offering a wide range of vehicles to make your onward journey from your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai as smooth as possible.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport caters mainly to private and chartered flights within South Africa and neighbouring countries. It's approximately 30 km from Johannesburg and also reachable by taxi and car rental services. Flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai are less frequent here. Car rental with eDreams is also an alternative if you are planning to use this airport after your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai.

Grand Central Airport (GCJ)

Grand Central Airport is a smaller airport primarily serving general aviation. While flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai will not typically land here, it does offer limited commercial flights. Taxis and car rentals are available, and eDreams rental services can also be found here should you choose to use this airport for your ongoing trip after your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai.

What to Do and See in Johannesburg

Planning your flights to Johannesburg from Shanghai? Johannesburg, also known as the City of Gold, offers a vibrant mix of history, culture, and entertainment. Explore its diverse neighbourhoods, bustling markets, and fascinating museums.

Visit the Apartheid Museum: Learn about South Africa's history and the struggle against apartheid.
Explore Gold Reef City: Experience a thrilling theme park built on an old gold mine, with rides and historical exhibits.
Wander through the Maboneng Precinct: Discover trendy art galleries, restaurants, and shops in this revitalised urban area.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Shanghai to Johannesburg, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg is R6071. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Johannesburg more expensive than Shanghai to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Johannesburg costs an average of 16.00 ZAR , 56% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of 36.31 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 293% more at Johannesburg: $ 38.00 ZAR versus $ 9.68 ZAR at Shanghai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 200.00 ZAR in Johannesburg, 175% more than the 72.63 ZAR in Shanghai.

The price of the coffee is around 29% cheaper in Johannesburg, with an average of 38.91 ZAR, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 54.55 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Shanghai to Johannesburg take?

Flight length from Shanghai to Johannesburg is around 15:48 hours on average, at an average distance of 11 951 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Johannesburg compared to Shanghai?

While in Shanghai the temperatures can reach an average of 37.03 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Johannesburg's temperatures can go up to 31.84 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -0.43 ºC in Johannesburg, compared to the -2.66 ºC average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3 mm precipitation, while Johannesburg have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Shanghai and Johannesburg?

The main route from Shanghai to Johannesburg is: Pu Dong (PVG) to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). The following airlines fly this route:

Cathay Pacific.

Qatar Airways.

Singapore Airlines.

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