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Flights from Shanghai to Durban

There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Durban. The easiest way is one stop via Dubai or Doha, about 18h 51m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 18h 51m
SHADURDXB

Shanghai to Durban at a glance

Fastest journey18h 51mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Dubai or Doha

Best ways to fly from Shanghai to Durban

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
SHA Dubai (DXB) DUR
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Emirates · Leg 2: Emirates
One airline, one ticket ~18h 51m
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SHA Doha (DOH) DUR
Leg 1: Qatar Airways · Leg 2: Qatar Airways
One airline, one ticket ~19h 06m
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3
SHA Istanbul (IST) DUR
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~22h 21m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
11,709 km7,271 miles
Journey time
18h 51mestimate
Time difference
-6hDurban vs Shanghai
Currency in Durban
ZAR
Airports
PVG, SHA → DUR

Flights from Shanghai to Durban: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Durban?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Dubai, Doha and Istanbul. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Durban?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 18h 51m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 11,709 km.
Where do you change planes between Shanghai and Durban?
The best connecting points are Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH) and Istanbul (IST). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Dubai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Shanghai and Durban?
Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Durban: King Shaka International Airport (DUR).
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Durban?
Durban is 6 hours behind Shanghai.

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