Shanghai to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Cape Town (CPT) connect China and South Africa. 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 SHA, PVG and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Shanghai. 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
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 12,990 km
- Typical duration
- about 17 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to Cape Town
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Route overview
Shanghai to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between China and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SHA and CPT. Related codes: SHA, PVG → CPT.
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
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Shanghai to Cape Town typically take about 17 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and Cape Town is approximately 12,990 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to Cape Town?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Cape Town?
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 Cape Town to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,990 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with South Africa (Cape Town).