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Cheap flights from China to Cape Town from R7 865

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CPT
Feb 14 — Feb 211
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 15 January 2026.

Wed 4/25:00
CAN
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/312:35
CPT
-
CAN
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1R17 794
Tue 3/20:55
CAN
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/312:35
CPT
-
CAN
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/1R18 433
Fri 29/57:25
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops42h 30m
Emirates
Mon 1/69:00
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops55h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 12/1R18 973
Fri 6/36:15
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops38h 20m
Emirates
Tue 10/315:20
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops47h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 12/1R19 760
Wed 13/50:45
SZX
-
CPT
2 stops43h 50m
Emirates
Mon 18/59:00
CPT
-
SZX
2 stops31h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 14/1R19 842
Fri 6/314:00
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops53h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/315:25
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops39h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/1R20 137
Fri 24/410:40
CAN
-
CPT
2 stops28h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 28/410:40
CPT
-
CAN
2 stops40h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1R20 546
Fri 6/323:05
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/317:15
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop41h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/1R20 825
Sat 17/19:55
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/26:05
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1R22 857
Fri 24/415:00
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops52h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/415:25
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops63h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/1R22 873
Thu 23/40:05
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
Emirates
Tue 28/415:20
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops25h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 12/1R22 889
Thu 23/40:30
CAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/415:25
CPT
-
CAN
1 stop29h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R24 970

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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 973

One-way from

R7 865
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 29/5-1/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 97h 50m total
  • China to Cape Town
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 00m total
  • China to Cape Town
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 15 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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China

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/3

6:15-14:35

2 stops38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

15:20-21:05

2 stops47h 45m

R19 760

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX - CPT

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

Wed 13/5

0:45-14:35

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

9:00-22:00

2 stops31h 00m

R19 842

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/3

14:00-13:00

2 stops53h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

15:25-12:40

2 stops39h 15m

R20 137

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 24/4

10:40-9:25

2 stops28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

10:40-9:25

2 stops40h 45m

R20 546

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/3

23:05-11:50

1 stop42h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

17:15-17:10

1 stop41h 55m

R20 825

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Sat 17/1

9:55-10:45

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

6:05-10:45

2 stops22h 40m

R22 857

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/4

15:00-13:00

2 stops52h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

13:50-13:00

2 stops41h 10m

R22 873

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 23/4

0:30-14:35

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

15:25-3:05

1 stop29h 40m

R24 970

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 23/4

0:20-16:40

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

15:20-22:00

2 stops48h 40m

R26 789

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Fri 16/1

0:10-14:35

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

14:35-17:10

1 stop20h 35m

R27 231

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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 15 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
3 715 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

MAA - DOH

I did not use Indigo as it was a complete surprise that I was put on economy at indigo when i sorted for business class only. Apparently your aggregation of travel agencies does not preclude validation of their process. I ended up totally changing my flight back from Chennai. Kayak used to be a place I could trust. Unfortunately not anymore. Glad you sold and turned into the Amazon of travel How nice for you.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 715 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 715 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

MAA - DOH

I did not use Indigo as it was a complete surprise that I was put on economy at indigo when i sorted for business class only. Apparently your aggregation of travel agencies does not preclude validation of their process. I ended up totally changing my flight back from Chennai. Kayak used to be a place I could trust. Unfortunately not anymore. Glad you sold and turned into the Amazon of travel How nice for you.

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?

    Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Singapore Airlines can get you from China to Cape Town in just under 28h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 15m. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Beijing Capital - 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.

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Top airline flying from China to Cape Town

Discover the top airline that operate flights from China to Cape Town. 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 15 January 2026.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 716AverageR16 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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