Cheap flights from South Africa to Beijing, China from R7 575

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJS
Feb 18 — Feb 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Beijing

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Beijing flight deals. Data was last updated 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 133

One-way from

R7 575

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 298
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 6/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • South Africa to Beijing
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Beijing
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 775 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 276 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.

Wed 6/519:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 15/516:35
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1R10 133
Wed 3/613:45
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1R10 691
Wed 28/113:40
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 5/216:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1R11 740
Tue 10/219:55
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/38:45
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1R12 642
Sat 1/819:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 7/88:55
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1R12 839
Mon 19/114:35
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 25/10:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R12 986
Sat 14/222:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop34h 25m
Emirates
Fri 20/20:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 17/1R13 117
Sat 14/219:55
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop36h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 21/28:45
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1R13 740
Fri 23/113:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 05m
Emirates
Thu 29/10:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 18/1R13 855
Mon 20/410:40
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops30h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 26/40:05
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops39h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1R14 232
Sat 20/622:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 00m
Emirates
Tue 30/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 18/1R14 462
Fri 23/118:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/18:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R14 495

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 19 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Beijing that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Beijing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

19:50-23:00

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Fri 15/5

16:35-18:35

1 stop32h 00m

R10 133

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

13:45-23:00

1 stop27h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/6

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R10 691

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-14:50

1 stop36h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sat 21/2

8:45-6:10

1 stop27h 25m

R13 740

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

10:40-23:00

2 stops30h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sun 26/4

0:05-9:25

2 stops39h 20m

R14 232

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

10:10-10:55

1 stop18h 45m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/6

21:25-7:40

2 stops40h 15m

R14 528

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:15-15:25

1 stop20h 10m

Beijing Capital

Mon 27/4

7:25-11:30

1 stop34h 05m

R14 626

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:30-15:25

1 stop19h 55m

Beijing Capital

Mon 15/6

7:25-16:15

1 stop38h 50m

R14 691

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

15:25-17:10

1 stop19h 45m

Beijing Capital

Thu 21/5

0:10-14:35

1 stop20h 25m

R15 085

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

10:40-14:50

2 stops22h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/3

16:40-9:25

2 stops22h 45m

R15 626

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

6:05-14:45

2 stops26h 40m

Beijing Capital

Tue 10/3

0:40-16:45

1 stop22h 05m

R15 642

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Beijing

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Beijing from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Beijing

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Beijing (average of R7 379). Flying from South Africa to Beijing in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 642). 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 often are flights from South Africa to Beijing delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between South Africa 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 South Africa 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 19 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Beijing 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.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Beijing?

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Air China, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Beijing in about 18h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11700 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 901. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Beijing for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Beijing?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Beijing?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Beijing (average of R7 379). Flying from South Africa to Beijing in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 642). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 244AverageR13 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 058AverageR14 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 076AverageR14 236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 059AverageR16 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 062AverageR14 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 670AverageR15 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 297AverageR14 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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