R7 684+ Cheap flights to Beijing, China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Beijing, China in 2026

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 14 January 2026.

Return from

R10 257

One-way from

R7 684

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 321
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 26/1-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 21/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R426 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R201 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in January 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 14 January 2026.

Mon 26/119:55
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop36h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/38:45
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R10 257
Mon 13/419:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 21/40:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R10 404
Mon 26/119:55
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 2/216:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/1R10 437
Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R10 486
Mon 26/119:55
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop36h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 3/20:10
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R10 617
Wed 6/513:45
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 12/50:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R11 600
Sun 18/114:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop20h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 27/10:10
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1R11 682
Sun 1/213:40
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 30/70:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R11 846
Sun 1/29:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops26h 10m
China Eastern
Fri 31/711:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1R11 912
Thu 12/313:40
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 19/38:45
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/1R12 010
Sun 1/213:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/711:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1R13 370

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:55-7:15

1 stop29h 20m

Beijing Capital

Mon 2/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop31h 55m

R10 437

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:55-14:50

1 stop36h 55m

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/2

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R10 617

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

13:45-23:00

1 stop27h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/5

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R11 600

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

10:25-22:30

1 stop30h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/3

6:50-16:35

1 stop39h 45m

R14 074

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

22:20-22:30

1 stop18h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/3

14:30-8:20

2 stops47h 50m

R14 451

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

10:10-10:55

1 stop18h 45m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/6

19:30-7:40

2 stops42h 10m

R14 500

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

10:10-10:55

1 stop18h 45m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/5

10:30-7:40

2 stops27h 10m

R14 632

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/5

0:40-10:15

1 stop39h 35m

R14 713

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/5

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R14 713

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Wed 13/5

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R14 713

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Best time to book a flight to Beijing

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Beijing

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

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 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Beijing?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing takes 19 hours 10 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Beijing?

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

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).

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 14 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Beijing.

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

    Beijing Daxing Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Beijing. One-way flights to Beijing Daxing Intl typically cost R1 961, while return flights cost around R11 484.

  • How much is a return flight to Beijing?

    A return flight to Beijing will typically cost around R11 555, however they can be found for as little as R11 484.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Beijing depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Beijing, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 5 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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