Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing

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From Johannesburg to Beijing

Which airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Johannesburg to Beijing have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Emirates, Ethiopian Air, and Air China are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Emirates with this kind of flexibility.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing to control the spread of COVID-19?

New policies can now be found on Etihad Airways to help keep travellers safe while flying. New policies for travellers booking flights from Johannesburg to Beijing include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitisation, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially-distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Beijing for under R100 100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Beijing for under R100 100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R100 069, but on average you can expect to pay R100 069.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing are Air China, Cathay Pacific and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Beijing?

On average you can expect to pay R7 793 for a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is R5 317 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at R36 931.

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.