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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chengdu

JNB — CTU
Nov 23 — Nov 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Chengdu (CTU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

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August

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May

Average price

R14 548
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 41% potential increase in price (R253 795 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 36% potential price decrease (R94 445 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Chengdu

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Chengdu?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chengdu (average of R9 079). Flying from Johannesburg to Chengdu in November is currently the most expensive (average of R15 607). 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 JNB to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Chengdu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Chengdu at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 67% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. 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 Chengdu. Reviews last updated 24 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China from Johannesburg to Chengdu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7,2
Good
117 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Crew

7,9

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,4

Reviews

1 / 3
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

LAX - PEK

Very bad experience for check in. Not good for boarding too.
Air China
7,2
Good
117 reviews
Air China
7,2
Good
117 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

7,9

Food

7,0

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,4

Reviews

1 / 3
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

LAX - PEK

Very bad experience for check in. Not good for boarding too.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu from Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Johannesburg to Chengdu, you will be flying into Chengdu. Chengdu (CTU) is just 15,1 km from the centre vof the city. Chengdu is the only Chengdu airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. 1 airline has flights to Chengdu from Johannesburg on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg to Chengdu round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air China (R12 423), offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Chengdu. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Chengdu for 39% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Chengdu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Chengdu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Chengdu?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Chengdu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Chengdu 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 Johannesburg to Chengdu?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chengdu (average of R9 079). Flying from Johannesburg to Chengdu in November is currently the most expensive (average of R15 607). 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 airline flying from Johannesburg to Chengdu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Johannesburg to Chengdu. 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 24 October 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 423AverageR14 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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