Question 1

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

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The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chengdu.

Question 2

When is the best time to book a flight to China?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to China, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 3

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 4

What is the best airline to fly to China?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

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Zhengzhou is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Zhengzhou typically cost R1 229, while return flights cost around R2 655.

Question 6

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to China, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 25 minutes).

Question 7

Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 8

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

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Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0,0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

Question 9

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

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The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines.

Question 10

How long is the flight to China?

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On average, a flight from Johannesburg to China takes 23 hours 53 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 11

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Air China.

Question 12

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Question 14

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to China?

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When you search for this flight to China, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the best flight for you.

Question 15

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to China?

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Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals to China for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 16

Can Cheapflights find flights to China with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights to China with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 17

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to China become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alerts, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to China today and book when you’re ready!

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When is the best time to book a flight to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to China, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Air China.

Rainfall in China by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

How long is the flight to China?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to China takes 23 hours 53 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to China in the last few years. This data was updated on 27 September 2026.

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chengdu.

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Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific to China 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.

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