Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Cape Town starting at S$ 603

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Frequently Asked Questions

When to buy flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Cape Town (CPT) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Cape Town based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much is a flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Cape Town (CPT) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around S$ 1,665.
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cape Town?
- The distance from Cape Town International Airport to downtown is about 17km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
How many airports in Cape Town?

There are 1 airports near Cape Town: Cape Town International Airport.

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Tap 'Date' on the flight search bar to browse the calendar for Shanghai to Cape Town airfare over the next 6 months in 2025. If you're looking to fly within the next 3 months, the cheapest date seems to be Tue, Mar 25, with one-way flights starting at S$ 603.

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Cheapest one-way flight price	S$ 603
Off-season for travel	March
Peak season for travel	December
Flight distance	12,949.19km
Popular airline	Air China