£481 Cheap Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £481 for one-way flights and £828 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cathay Pacific
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£828 Return, found 6 days ago
£828
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £828 found 6 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£829 Return, found 14 hours ago
£829
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at £829 found 14 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£831 Return, found 6 days ago
£831
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £831 found 6 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£831 Return, found 14 hours ago
£831
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at £831 found 14 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£833 Return, found 6 days ago
£833
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £833 found 6 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£834 Return, found 14 hours ago
£834
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at £834 found 14 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£848 Return, found 14 hours ago
£848
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at £848 found 14 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£923 Return, found 14 hours ago
£923
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at £923 found 14 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£1,007 Return, found 6 days ago
£1,007
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £1,007 found 6 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
PVG
Shanghai
CPT
Cape Town
£1,068 Return, found 6 days ago
£1,068
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Shanghai to Cape Town, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £1,068 found 6 days ago
Flight from Shanghai to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Pudong Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Return price
£828
Distance
12913 km

Compare flights from Shanghai to Cape Town easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Shanghai to Cape Town. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Cape Town Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Pudong Intl. to Cape Town Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Pudong Intl. (PVG) to Cape Town Intl. (CPT)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Cape Town today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Pudong Intl. to Cape Town Intl. start at just £828 and range up to £1,068.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Shanghai and Cape Town
  • booking your flight during November, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Shanghai to Cape Town flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Pudong Intl. to Cape Town Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price quoted for a round-trip flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport was £828. Cheap fares don't last forever, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to CPT?
Each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to CPT that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Shanghai Pudong Airport to CPT flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
With a flight distance of 13,000 kilometres between China and Cape Town, this is a long flight. Be sure to drink plenty of water and move your legs every so often.
Which airlines fly direct from Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Currently, no airlines offer flights directly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport. You'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best price and connections, lock in your airfare well in advance.
Are PVG to CPT flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally pick up a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more options — and you can avoid getting caught in the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to bring you the best bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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Pudong Intl. to Cape Town
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