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R7 468+ 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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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May 1 — May 81
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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 1 April 2026.

Mon 27/719:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 3/80:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 31/3R12 498
Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3R12 617
Wed 18/1119:55
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 29/1116:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3R12 770
Fri 1/510:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Fri 29/57:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3R13 435
Fri 15/510:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Fri 22/57:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3R13 470
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop36h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 19/50:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 29/3R13 521
Mon 1/613:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Tue 30/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3R13 538
Sat 13/613:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Tue 16/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 28/3R13 589
Thu 30/422:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 00m
Emirates
Tue 5/50:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3R13 674

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 1 April 2026.

Return from

R12 498

One-way from

R7 468

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

R13 265
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/7-3/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

19:50-23:00

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/8

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R12 498

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/6

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R12 617

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

19:10-15:25

1 stop38h 15m

Beijing Capital

Fri 1/5

0:40-16:15

1 stop21h 35m

R15 345

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

18:45-22:20

3 stops45h 35m

Beijing Capital

Fri 17/7

7:25-10:35

3 stops57h 10m

R23 546

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

18:00-8:55

2 stops32h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sun 24/5

10:55-11:05

2 stops30h 10m

R33 947

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

8:20-15:25

3 stops49h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 30/4

0:40-8:55

3 stops38h 15m

R35 822
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

10:05-15:25

1 stop23h 20m

R8 559

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

R8 713

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

10:05-15:25

1 stop23h 20m

R8 934

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

20:40-10:10

3 stops31h 30m

R9 480

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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 13 March 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 20 hours 50 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 Air China.

Emirates
Emirates
From R13 085
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 869
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From R12 543
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R10 363

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).

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 1 April 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
1 484 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 234 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 432 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

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 Daxing Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Beijing. One-way flights to Beijing Daxing Intl typically cost R1 297, while return flights cost around R12 996.

  • How much is a return flight to Beijing?

    A return flight to Beijing will typically cost around R13 074, however they can be found for as little as R12 996.

  • 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 (20 hours 10 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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