Cape Town (CPT) to Shanghai (PVG)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 8,071 | 12,914 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 8,071 | 12,914 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 8,071 | 12,107 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 8,071 | 12,107 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 8,071 | 16,142 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 8,071 | 12,107 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
Calculate Another Route
💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between Cape Town and Shanghai earns you 16,142 base miles - that's 65% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The CPT to PVG route connects Cape Town, South Africa with Shanghai, China. This long-haul flight covers 8,071 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from South Africa to China. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a E bearing of 69° from Cape Town. There is a 6 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About CPT
Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves Cape Town, South Africa.
🛬 About PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) serves Shanghai, China.