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Cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Shanghai

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of April. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
63%Trains in Shanghai are 63% cheaper than in Cape Town.
Cape Town$1.69
Shanghai$0.62
MealMid-priced restaurant
63%A meal in Shanghai is 63% cheaper than a meal in Cape Town.
Cape Town$16.90
Shanghai$6.22
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
84%Taxis are 84% more expensive in Shanghai than in Cape Town.
Cape Town$1.69
Shanghai$3.11
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
30%Coffee is 30% more expensive in Shanghai than in Cape Town.
Cape Town$3.33
Shanghai$4.34
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 4.89 CNY
1 CNY = 0.21 AUD
Last checked on Fri, 20/03
Distance: 12981 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms

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When do you want to depart from Cape Town? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Shanghai. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


Book all in one place

But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Cape Town to Shanghai and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Shanghai

How long does the flight take to go from Cape Town to Shanghai?
The total flight time between Cape Town and Shanghai is of around 17 h and 40 m on average, considering an average distance of 12,981.39 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cape Town to Shanghai?
When you fly from Cape Town to Shanghai the average price is $1,840.86. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Shanghai at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Cape Town to Shanghai. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
Is Shanghai expensive to visit compared to Cape Town?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Shanghai costs an average of 3.11 AUD, 84% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of 1.69 AUD,
while train tickets costs 63% less in Shanghai: 0.62 AUD against 1.69 AUD in Cape Town.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 6.22 AUD in Shanghai, 63% less than the 16.90 AUD in Cape Town.
The price of the coffee is around 30% more expensive in Shanghai, with an average of 4.34 AUD , while in Cape Town the coffee costs 3.33 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Cape Town to Shanghai?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Cape Town. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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