R3 371+ Cheap flights from China
This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
What to know about flights from China
Discover essential information about flights departing from China, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the China airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 29 October 2025.
Good round-trip deal | R2 241 or less |
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Good one-way deal | R995 or less |
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Cheapest flights from ChinaExplore the most affordable flight options available from China. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.
Find flights from China within your budget
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ShanghaiJohannesburg
PVG - JNB
PVGJNB
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 18/11
14:00-8:20
1 stop24h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 21/11
9:50-12:50
1 stop21h 00m
GuangzhouJohannesburg
CAN - JNB
CANJNB
Guangzhou Baiyun
Thu 15/1
13:30-18:35
1 stop35h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 15/4
19:50-9:25
1 stop31h 35m
GuangzhouJohannesburg
CAN - JNB
CANJNB
Guangzhou Baiyun
Thu 15/1
13:30-18:35
1 stop35h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 8/4
19:50-9:25
1 stop31h 35m
ShanghaiJohannesburg
SHA - JNB
SHAJNB
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 18/11
16:35-7:25
1 stop20h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 21/11
11:00-12:20
1 stop19h 20m
ShanghaiJohannesburg
PVG - JNB
PVGJNB
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 22/11
8:30-7:25
1 stop28h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 28/11
11:00-11:35
1 stop18h 35m
ShanghaiJohannesburg
PVG - JNB
PVGJNB
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 22/11
16:30-7:40
2 stops45h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 28/11
10:10-11:00
1 stop18h 50m
GuangzhouJohannesburg
CAN - JNB
CANJNB
Guangzhou Baiyun
Thu 15/1
8:00-7:40
2 stops29h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 8/4
10:10-0:20
2 stops32h 10m
ShanghaiJohannesburg
SHA - JNB
SHAJNB
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 18/11
9:05-7:40
1 stop28h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 21/11
10:10-18:45
2 stops26h 35m
ShanghaiJohannesburg
PVG - JNB
PVGJNB
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 22/2
19:05-7:25
1 stop18h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 24/2
11:00-13:30
1 stop20h 30m
ShanghaiJohannesburg
PVG - JNB
PVGJNB
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 10/12
23:35-15:35
1 stop22h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 6/1
9:25-14:40
1 stop23h 15m
Best time to book a flight from China
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from China with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from China
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China (average of R6 949). Flying from China in December will prove the most costly (average of R13 142). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
When is the cheapest time to fly from China?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from China would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.
Which airlines fly from China?
When flying from China check dates and pricing for the following: Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Air China, Ethiopian Air, Emirates. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.
What is the cheapest place to fly to from China?
The cheapest city to fly to from China is Guangzhou Baiyun, with prices starting at R1 365. Explore other affordable destinations below.
Airline reviews for flights from China
Get insights into the airlines that provide service from China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from China. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from China by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Sept 2025
DXB - ORD
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Sept 2025
DXB - ORD
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Sept 2025
DXB - ORD
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Sept 2025
DXB - ORD
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Sept 2025
DXB - ORD
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Sept 2025
DXB - ORD
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