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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing, China from R8 200

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJS
Jun 6 — Jun 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Mon 27/720:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop28h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 3/80:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/5R12 835
Wed 13/513:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Tue 19/50:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 2/5R13 048
Wed 3/620:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop28h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/5R13 147
Wed 17/619:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Emirates
Wed 24/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5R13 492
Wed 18/1113:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 05m
Emirates
Sat 21/110:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5R13 574
Sat 30/519:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Thu 4/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5R13 591
Sat 20/610:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Sat 27/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop38h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5R13 656
Fri 24/719:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Fri 31/77:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 2/5R13 755
Sat 25/722:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 00m
Emirates
Sat 1/87:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5R13 788
Fri 11/910:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Mon 21/97:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5R13 854
Wed 15/79:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops32h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 22/78:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/5R14 149
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops30h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 27/614:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops47h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5R14 166

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 835

One-way from

R8 200

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 161
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/7-3/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 092 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 609 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

20:25-23:00

1 stop20h 35m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/8

0:05-19:20

1 stop25h 15m

R12 835

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

20:25-23:00

1 stop20h 35m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/6

0:05-19:20

1 stop25h 15m

R13 147

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

13:30-15:25

1 stop19h 55m

Beijing Capital

Mon 1/6

0:40-10:15

1 stop39h 35m

R15 431
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 25/7

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R15 497

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

10:05-15:25

1 stop23h 20m

Beijing Capital

Fri 24/7

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R15 497

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

22:20-15:25

1 stop35h 05m

Beijing Capital

Fri 4/9

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R15 563

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

19:10-22:20

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Fri 17/7

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R16 319

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

19:10-22:20

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Fri 17/7

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R16 319

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

12:40-21:25

2 stops26h 45m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/6

13:55-10:30

2 stops26h 35m

R17 436
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

9:50-13:00

2 stops45h 10m

R8 496

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing (average of R5 933). Flying from Johannesburg to Beijing in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 074). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Beijing delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Beijing have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Beijing flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg to Beijing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 509 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
3 570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 318 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Beijing flights?

    Travellers looking to go to Beijing from Johannesburg have several options to choose from. The departing airport can be either Lanseria International Airport or O.R. Tambo International Airport. Lanseria is the smaller and quieter airport while O.R. Tambo is larger and may have more flights available. Once flying to Beijing, travellers may leave the plane at Beijing Capital Airport or Beijing Daxing Airport. Capital Airport is located 32 kilometres from the city centre and a hub for Air China, Hainan Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines. Daxing Airport is 46 kilometres from Tiananmen Square and 26 kilometres from downtown Langfang.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    At this time, there are no direct, nonstop flights that go to Beijing from Johannesburg. Instead, passengers will be required to take a stopover flight that makes a stop at one or more other airports before reaching Beijing. Some of the airlines offering these flights include Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and Air China. These flights can range in length from 17h 15 all the way to 19h 30m. The flights that get to the destination quickest will also be the more expensive ones to procure a ticket for. In most cases, one-stop flights have a less expensive ticket price than flights with at least two stops.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Beijing?

    There are several flights going from Johannesburg to Beijing with a single stop in between. These flights may touch down in locations like Hong Kong International Airport, Hamad International Airport, and Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport. There are also many flights with two or three stops between the two locations. Some flights go into Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi and Abu Dhabi International Airport while others will stop down at Shenzhen Bao’an International, Yangzhou Taizhou, and Dalian Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    Travellers going to Beijing from Johannesburg will need to have a passport as well as a visa to take a flight. The visa can take up to a week to process.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines fly from Johannesburg to Beijing in about 20h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Johannesburg and Beijing is about 11700 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing round-trip?

    Currently priced at R9 704, Air China will fly you from Johannesburg to Beijing and back. In addition to Air China, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R9 988 and R11 440, respectively. Air China is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 743. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Beijing for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Beijing is Doha. Dubai follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Beijing flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Beijing flights?

    Johannesburg to Beijing flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing (average of R5 933). Flying from Johannesburg to Beijing in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 074). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Beijing. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapestR9 704AverageR14 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 988AverageR11 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 440AverageR13 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 561AverageR15 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 086AverageR20 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 102AverageR15 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 643AverageR13 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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