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Cheap flights from South Africa to Beijing, China from R7 420

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJS
Mar 12 — Mar 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Beijing

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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 10 February 2026.

Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop36h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/2R9 717
Tue 12/519:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 19/516:35
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/2R9 925
Tue 24/319:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop39h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/30:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop40h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/2R13 020
Sun 10/513:45
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop27h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 29/68:55
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/2R13 068
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops26h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 10/619:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/2R13 531
Wed 25/310:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 35m
Air China
Wed 1/421:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops40h 10m
Air China
Deal found 8/2R13 706
Wed 3/610:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 45m
Air China
Wed 10/622:00
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops39h 40m
Air China
Deal found 9/2R14 201
Thu 11/610:05
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Mon 15/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 6/2R14 376
Thu 26/322:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop34h 25m
Emirates
Wed 1/40:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 9/2R14 424
Thu 28/510:40
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops22h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 1/68:55
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/2R15 621
Wed 25/37:00
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/30:40
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R15 701
Thu 12/313:50
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/50:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/2R16 116

Find 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 10 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 717

One-way from

R7 420

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 302
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/6-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 20m total
  • South Africa to Beijing
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27/3
  • 27/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • South Africa to Beijing
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 512 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 094 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 10 February 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

Tue 12/5

19:50-23:00

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 19/5

16:35-18:35

1 stop32h 00m

R9 925

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/6

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R10 004

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

10:10-10:45

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 1/4

21:00-7:40

1 stop40h 40m

R13 020

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

13:45-23:00

1 stop27h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 29/6

8:55-18:35

1 stop39h 40m

R13 068

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

9:50-18:00

2 stops26h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/6

19:30-8:20

2 stops42h 50m

R13 531

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

10:10-10:45

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 1/4

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

R13 531

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 201

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 15/6

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

R14 376

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

22:20-14:45

1 stop34h 25m

Beijing Capital

Wed 1/4

0:40-16:15

1 stop21h 35m

R14 424

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

10:40-14:40

2 stops22h 00m

Beijing Capital

Mon 1/6

8:55-9:25

2 stops30h 30m

R15 621

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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 180). Flying from South Africa to Beijing in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 302). 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 10 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 514 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 160 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 391 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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, China Eastern, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Beijing in about 21h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h. 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 576. 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 180). Flying from South Africa to Beijing in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 302). 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 South Africa to Beijing

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 10 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 995AverageR13 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 723AverageR14 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 778AverageR13 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 735AverageR16 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 738AverageR14 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 320AverageR14 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 939AverageR13 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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