Cape Town to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Shanghai (SHA) connect South Africa and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 12,990 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 17 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 12,990 km
- Typical duration
- about 17 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Shanghai
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Route overview
Cape Town to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between South Africa and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and SHA. Related codes: CPT → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 12,990 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 17 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Shanghai typically take about 17 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Shanghai is approximately 12,990 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Shanghai?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,990 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with China (Shanghai).
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