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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing, China from R8 344

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJS
Jul 14 — Jul 211
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Beijing are usually found in March or February, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 9 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 019

One-way from

R8 344

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 304
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 21/8-28/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 28/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 495 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 694 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Beijing

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 July 2025.

Thu 21/89:50JNB - PEK
2 stops26h 10mChina Eastern
Thu 28/811:30PEK - JNB
2 stops26h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/7R14 019
Wed 6/819:50JNB - PEK
1 stop29h 25mSingapore Airlines
Fri 15/80:05PEK - JNB
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/7R14 997
Thu 23/1013:25JNB - PEK
1 stop20h 00mEmirates
Mon 27/106:50PEK - JNB
1 stop19h 45mEmirates
Deal found 7/7R15 495
Wed 6/810:10JNB - PEK
1 stop18h 45mAir China
Sat 16/821:55PEK - JNB
2 stops39h 45mAir China
Deal found 8/7R16 047
Fri 18/711:20JNB - PEK
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 25/719:40PEK - JNB
1 stop18h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/7R16 954
Tue 16/1219:10JNB - PEK
1 stop39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 31/120:50PEK - JNB
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7R17 524
Sun 17/810:05JNB - PEK
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/812:05PEK - JNB
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R17 577
Wed 6/814:30JNB - PEK
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 15/80:10PEK - JNB
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/7R24 302
Fri 18/719:00JNB - PEK
2 stops34h 45mLufthansa
Fri 25/713:25PEK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/7R32 717

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 9 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Beijing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/8

9:50-18:00

2 stops26h 10m

Beijing Capital

Thu 28/8

11:30-8:20

2 stops26h 50m

R14 019

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

Beijing Capital

Fri 15/8

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R14 997

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

13:25-15:25

1 stop20h 00m

Beijing Capital

Mon 27/10

6:50-20:35

1 stop19h 45m

R15 495

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

10:10-10:55

1 stop18h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sat 16/8

21:55-7:40

2 stops39h 45m

R16 047

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

19:10-16:15

1 stop39h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 31/12

0:50-10:50

1 stop40h 00m

R17 524

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/8

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 31/8

12:05-7:40

1 stop25h 35m

R17 577

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

11:05-12:30

1 stop19h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 1/1

18:35-7:40

1 stop19h 05m

R18 822

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

14:30-17:20

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Fri 15/8

0:10-19:05

2 stops24h 55m

R24 302

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

R8 344

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/8

10:05-15:25

1 stop23h 20m

R8 539

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Beijing

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

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 75 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 July 2025.

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.

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

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 9 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing round-trip?

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Beijing, with prices starting at R14 019. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Singapore Airlines and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at R14 997 and R15 495, respectively.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 344. Emirates flights start at R8 539 while deals on China Eastern start at R8 593 one-way.

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

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

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq more than any other notable places. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R219 per day.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 813AverageR11 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 963AverageR14 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 078AverageR14 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 023AverageR15 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 555AverageR15 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 618AverageR16 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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