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Cheap flights from China to Cape Town from R8 813

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CPT
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from China to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Thu 25/617:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/718:25
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R16 542
Mon 13/417:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/56:05
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R17 363
Tue 14/418:30
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/56:05
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R17 625
Thu 5/38:50
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop33h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/317:15
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop41h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 691
Mon 13/417:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/510:40
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R18 101
Mon 23/214:00
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/318:55
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R18 462
Mon 18/521:30
SHA
-
CPT
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/518:25
CPT
-
SHA
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R18 626
Sun 1/214:00
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/218:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R18 643
Sun 22/223:05
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/318:55
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R19 053
Fri 29/57:25
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops61h 10m
Emirates
Mon 1/69:00
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops31h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 18/1R19 053
Mon 18/57:20
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops42h 35m
Emirates
Mon 25/59:00
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops55h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 20/1R19 135
Thu 5/38:30
PEK
-
CPT
3 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/314:00
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R19 201

Find flight deals from China to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 542

One-way from

R8 813
25/6-3/7
  • 25/6-3/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 35m total
  • China to Cape Town
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17/4
  • 17/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 35m total
  • China to Cape Town
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Cape Town 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 21 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Thu 25/6

17:10-11:30

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

18:25-11:40

1 stop35h 15m

R16 542

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Tue 14/4

18:30-9:45

2 stops45h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

6:05-10:55

2 stops22h 50m

R17 625

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/3

8:50-11:50

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

17:15-16:15

1 stop41h 00m

R17 707

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Mon 13/4

17:10-11:30

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

17:45-5:40

1 stop29h 55m

R18 232

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/2

14:00-14:35

2 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

18:55-14:40

1 stop37h 45m

R18 462

ShanghaiCape Town

SHA - CPT

SHACPT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 18/5

21:30-11:50

2 stops44h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

18:25-16:00

2 stops39h 35m

R18 626

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Fri 29/5

7:25-14:35

2 stops61h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R19 053

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/2

23:05-11:50

1 stop42h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

18:55-14:40

1 stop37h 45m

R19 053

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 18/5

7:20-19:55

2 stops42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

9:00-22:20

2 stops55h 20m

R19 135

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/3

8:30-13:25

3 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

14:00-22:30

2 stops26h 30m

R19 201

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways from China to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 721 reviews
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Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2023

LAX - DOH

Breakfast food portion was very small and not enough. The intervals between food was long. Other things were good.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 721 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 721 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2023

LAX - DOH

Breakfast food portion was very small and not enough. The intervals between food was long. Other things were good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from China?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from China.

  • How long is the flight from China to Cape Town?

    Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and XiamenAir can get you from China to Cape Town in just under 33h. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 20m. The distance from China to Cape Town is about 12957 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from China to Cape Town?

    The most popular route from China to Cape Town is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Cape Town Intl or Beijing Capital - Cape Town Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from China to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Cape Town 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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Top airline flying from China to Cape Town

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