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R3 298+ 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 5/12. 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.
SHA — JNB
Dec 15 — Dec 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 15 November 2025.

Good round-trip deal

R2 227 or less

Good one-way deal

R868 or less
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Cheapest flights from China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 November 2025.

Thu 5/20:10PEK - JNB
1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/219:55JNB - PEK
1 stop36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/11R11 516
Fri 16/12:20SZX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Tue 27/119:55JNB - SZX
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/11R13 516
Wed 11/213:35SHA - JNB
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 27/211:00JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11R13 635
Wed 11/28:30PVG - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 27/211:00JNB - PVG
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11R13 635
Sun 22/213:45PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 24/211:00JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11R13 652
Fri 16/12:20SZX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Thu 22/113:40JNB - SZX
1 stop29h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/11R14 148
Sat 17/119:20SZX - JNB
2 stops43h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 21/19:50JNB - SZX
2 stops32h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/11R14 336
Mon 19/12:20SZX - JNB
1 stop33h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sat 24/119:55JNB - SZX
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/11R14 472
Sun 18/10:10SZX - JNB
Nonstop13h 30mAir China
Wed 21/110:10JNB - SZX
Nonstop13h 15mAir China
Deal found 14/11R14 848
Sun 1/28:45PEK - JNB
1 stop39h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 15/213:40JNB - PEK
1 stop27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/11R14 900
Sun 18/17:30SZX - JNB
2 stops30h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 23/19:50JNB - SZX
2 stops26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/11R14 985
Fri 16/12:20SZX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 25/113:40JNB - SZX
1 stop29h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/11R15 105

Find flights from China within your budget

 
Find flights departing from China that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 15 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Fri 6/2

8:45-18:35

1 stop39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:55-14:50

1 stop36h 55m

R11 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Tue 20/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 22/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 18/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 19/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Tue 20/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 19/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 22/1

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R13 516

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 635

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/2

13:45-7:25

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

11:00-12:30

1 stop19h 30m

R13 652

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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.
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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 903). Flying from China in December will prove the most costly (average of R12 422). 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, Air China, Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From R12 862
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R6 906
Air China
Air China
From R8 143
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R8 545

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 R801. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Guangzhou Baiyun
Guangzhou Baiyun
From R801

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 Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 060 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air China
7,2
Good
123 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
894 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from China. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 15 November 2025.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from China?

    May is currently the cheapest month to fly from China. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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