Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights typically cost between R12 948 and R18 202 in September. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R13 285 on Air China (Sept 15-Nov 18).

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights typically cost between R12 948 and R18 202 in September.
The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R13 285 on Air China (Sept 15-Nov 18).

Question 2

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R12 236.

Question 3

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 56m.

Question 4

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 22% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing on Cheapflights.

Question 5

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 35m.

Question 6

How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing can take about 18h 45m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 285. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Beijing are separated by a distance of 11700 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Question 7

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Beijing, with prices starting at R9 757. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R11 930 and R12 010, respectively. Singapore Airlines is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 9

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 10

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing ranges from 0.0 - 220.0 inches 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.

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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).

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Most of the time, Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights that have stopovers will stop in Doha. Dubai is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing.

Question 14

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights?

Accepted Answer

Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Dubai travellers tend to visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall more than any other notable places. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be accessed by travelling approximately 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R208 per day.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 37% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 17

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 36 days in advance to save up to 16% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 36 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R13 798, or R14 983 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing?

Accepted Answer

March can be a great time to fly to Beijing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport with a flight ticket averaging about R13 647. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as R9 888. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

Question 19

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BJS?

Accepted Answer

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Question 20

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 21

How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Beijing?

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

Question 22

Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Beijing?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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.

Question 23

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from OR Tambo to Beijing?

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Deals for OR Tambo to Beijing flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 24

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from OR Tambo to Beijing?

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Beijing from OR Tambo by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 25

Can Cheapflights find flights from OR Tambo to Beijing with no change fees?

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Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from OR Tambo to Beijing with no change fees.

Question 26

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from OR Tambo to Beijing become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on OR Tambo to Beijing flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

Round-trip from	R13 285
One-way from	R7 978
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R14 806

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR9 757	AverageR11 538	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 930	AverageR14 533	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR12 010	AverageR14 608	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR13 010	AverageR16 069	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR13 010	AverageR15 738	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	CheapestR13 477	AverageR14 616	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Emirates	CheapestR13 755	AverageR16 139	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Beijing are usually found in March or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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