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R8 388+ Cheap flights to Beijing, China

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Flights to Beijing, China in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Beijing. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 7 June 2026.

Mon 27/720:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop20h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 4/88:55
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop40h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 540
Fri 21/810:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Thu 3/97:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 6/6R13 639
Wed 14/1010:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Fri 23/100:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 2/6R13 656
Sat 6/619:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Fri 19/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 3/6R13 689
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Sat 20/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 2/6R13 705
Mon 15/622:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop35h 05m
Emirates
Sun 21/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6R13 722
Fri 21/810:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Sat 5/97:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop38h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 3/6R13 738
Mon 13/713:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop26h 50m
Emirates
Wed 29/77:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 2/6R13 755
Thu 18/622:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop35h 05m
Emirates
Mon 22/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 5/6R13 970
Tue 21/720:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop28h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 27/70:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/6R14 052
Wed 15/719:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Sat 29/87:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop38h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6R14 085

Find flight deals to Beijing

Find the latest flights to Beijing in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 7 June 2026.

Return from

R13 540

One-way from

R8 388

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 524
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 21/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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Price

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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

19:10-15:25

1 stop38h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 28/6

0:40-16:15

1 stop21h 35m

R13 540

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Fri 23/10

0:40-5:30

1 stop34h 50m

R13 656

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

13:30-22:20

1 stop26h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 29/7

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R13 755

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

20:25-7:15

1 stop28h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 4/8

8:55-19:20

1 stop40h 25m

R14 118

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 15/8

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R15 868

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

10:10-18:15

2 stops26h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/9

14:00-7:40

1 stop23h 40m

R17 850
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

10:10-18:15

2 stops26h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 8/9

18:30-7:40

1 stop19h 10m

R18 114

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

14:05-21:45

2 stops25h 40m

Beijing Capital

Sat 15/8

10:00-9:00

2 stops29h 00m

R20 608

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

22:20-15:25

1 stop35h 05m

Beijing Capital

Sat 27/6

18:40-20:35

3 stops55h 55m

R21 086

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/9

7:25-10:35

3 stops57h 10m

R23 316

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Beijing

How long is the flight to Beijing?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing takes 18 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Beijing from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Beijing?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing are Emirates, Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways.

Emirates
Emirates
From R12 704
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 494
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R10 036
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From R12 572

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Beijing?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing are Air China, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing ranges from 0.0 - 220.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 220.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Beijing when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -3.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Beijing?

The price you pay for your flight to Beijing may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated 7 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 363 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 450 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

FAQs about flying to Beijing

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Beijing if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Beijing on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Beijing?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air China is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Beijing.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Beijing?

    Beijing Capital is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Beijing. One-way flights to Beijing Capital typically cost R2 066, while return flights cost around R8 958.

  • How much is a return flight to Beijing?

    A return flight to Beijing will typically cost around R12 661, however they can be found for as little as R12 586.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Beijing depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Beijing, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Beijing Capital have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Beijing Capital can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Beijing Capital?

    Yes. Beijing Capital has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Beijing Huiqiang Hotel (Beijing Terminal 1) is the closest property to Beijing Capital (0,0 km away from Beijing Capital).

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