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Cheap flights from China to Cape Town from R9 394

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CPT
Jan 24 — Jan 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Cape Town

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Best flights from China to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from China to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 25 December 2025.

Wed 11/318:45CAN - CPT
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 19/319:00CPT - CAN
1 stop36h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R14 574
Mon 26/110:10PVG - CPT
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/217:15CPT - PVG
1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/12R14 674
Tue 10/30:55CAN - CPT
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/319:00CPT - CAN
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R16 573
Mon 1/67:25PEK - CPT
2 stops37h 10mEmirates
Fri 12/69:00CPT - PEK
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 23/12R18 505
Fri 24/410:40CAN - CPT
2 stops28h 45mSingapore Airlines
Tue 28/410:40CPT - CAN
2 stops40h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/12R20 737
Thu 12/30:55CAN - CPT
1 stop22h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 17/312:35CPT - CAN
1 stop19h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/12R14 874
Mon 26/123:35PVG - CPT
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/210:40CPT - PVG
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R17 023
Wed 22/47:25PEK - CPT
2 stops37h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/49:00CPT - PEK
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 22/12R18 522
Sun 31/50:05PEK - CPT
1 stop41h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/616:35CPT - PEK
1 stop41h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/12R19 088
Fri 29/57:25PEK - CPT
2 stops37h 10mEmirates
Mon 1/69:00CPT - PEK
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/12R18 555
Sat 18/422:25PVG - CPT
1 stop43h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 21/416:35CPT - PVG
1 stop42h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/12R19 121
Mon 26/113:35SHA - CPT
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/218:10CPT - SHA
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R20 104
Tue 21/40:45SZX - CPT
2 stops49h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/49:00CPT - SZX
2 stops31h 00mEmirates
Deal found 22/12R19 388
Sun 8/213:35SHA - CPT
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/27:00CPT - SHA
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R21 320
Thu 12/30:15CAN - CPT
2 stops44h 20mEmirates
Tue 17/39:00CPT - CAN
2 stops30h 45mEmirates
Deal found 22/12R19 538
Wed 28/121:15CSX - CPT
2 stops43h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/212:35CPT - CSX
2 stops25h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/12R56 164
Mon 6/422:25PVG - CPT
1 stop43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/419:30CPT - PVG
1 stop38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R21 420
Sat 18/47:20PVG - CPT
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Tue 21/49:00CPT - PVG
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 23/12R20 121
Sat 17/19:55PEK - CPT
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/26:05CPT - PEK
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R22 119
Mon 6/47:20PVG - CPT
2 stops37h 15mEmirates
Sat 18/413:15CPT - PVG
1 stop20h 15mEmirates
Deal found 24/12R20 420
Fri 6/26:50PEK - CPT
1 stop39h 55mEmirates
Fri 13/218:30CPT - PEK
1 stop38h 15mEmirates
Deal found 23/12R21 986
Thu 23/40:20CAN - CPT
1 stop22h 20mEmirates
Tue 28/415:20CPT - CAN
2 stops48h 40mEmirates
Deal found 24/12R25 684
Wed 11/213:35SHA - CPT
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/27:00CPT - SHA
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R40 008

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 25 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 574

One-way from

R9 394
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 15m total
  • China to Cape Town
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10/3
  • 10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m 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 25 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Cape Town that are best for you.

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China

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 11/3

18:45-17:30

1 stop28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

19:00-13:30

1 stop36h 30m

R14 574

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/1

10:10-11:50

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

17:15-8:15

1 stop33h 00m

R14 674

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 12/3

0:55-17:25

1 stop22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

12:35-14:25

1 stop19h 50m

R14 874

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 10/3

0:55-17:25

1 stop22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

19:00-2:20

2 stops25h 20m

R16 573

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/1

23:35-22:20

2 stops28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

10:40-6:30

2 stops37h 50m

R17 023

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Mon 1/6

7:25-14:35

2 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R18 505

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Wed 22/4

7:25-14:35

2 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R18 522

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Fri 29/5

7:25-14:35

2 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R18 555

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Sun 31/5

0:05-11:50

1 stop41h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

16:35-15:35

1 stop41h 00m

R19 088

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/4

22:25-11:50

1 stop43h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

16:35-16:45

1 stop42h 10m

R19 121

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Best time to book a flight from China to Cape Town

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Cape Town (average of R14 341). Flying from China to Cape Town in September is currently the most expensive (average of R36 044). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 December 2025.

When flying from China to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 25 December 2025.
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
3 690 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
3 690 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 690 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

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?

    Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates can get you from China to Cape Town in just under 28h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 25m. The distance from China to Cape Town is about 11835 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 Beijing Capital - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Cape Town Intl or Shanghai Pu Dong - 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Cape Town (average of R14 341). Flying from China to Cape Town in September is currently the most expensive (average of R36 044). 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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