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Cheap flights from Cape Town to China from R8 380

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SHA
Dec 2 — Dec 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to China flight deals. Data was last updated 2 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 388

One-way from

R8 380

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 509
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • Cape Town to China
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • Cape Town to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 100 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 620 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 November 2025.

Wed 12/1112:35CPT - PVG
1 stop20h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 18/1123:35PVG - CPT
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/11R14 388
Tue 18/1115:25CPT - PVG
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11R14 613
Tue 18/1113:50CPT - PVG
1 stop20h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop21h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R14 821
Tue 18/1113:50CPT - PEK
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/110:10PEK - CPT
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R14 838
Wed 19/1114:35CPT - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/1223:30PVG - CPT
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/10R14 925
Fri 21/1114:35CPT - PEK
1 stop20h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/110:10PEK - CPT
1 stop20h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R14 942
Fri 21/1114:35CPT - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11R14 942
Sun 16/1115:25CPT - PVG
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop21h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R15 063
Mon 17/1114:35CPT - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11R15 202
Mon 17/1114:35CPT - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R15 219
Sun 16/1115:25CPT - PVG
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R15 306
Mon 17/1114:35CPT - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/1123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11R15 479

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to China 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 2 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to China that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 24/12

23:30-13:00

1 stop19h 30m

R14 925

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

23:30-13:00

1 stop19h 30m

R15 063

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

15:25-16:15

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

23:30-14:35

1 stop21h 05m

R15 202

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

23:30-13:45

1 stop20h 15m

R15 202

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

18:25-22:20

1 stop21h 55m

Beijing Capital

Thu 30/4

0:40-11:35

1 stop40h 55m

R15 323

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/1

10:40-9:30

2 stops40h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 18/1

10:45-9:25

2 stops28h 40m

R15 340

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

15:25-16:15

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/11

23:30-13:45

1 stop20h 15m

R15 479

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/11

15:25-16:15

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

23:30-13:00

1 stop19h 30m

R15 479

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

15:25-16:15

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

23:30-13:00

1 stop19h 30m

R15 479

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/11

23:30-13:00

1 stop19h 30m

R15 479

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to China

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to China (average of R9 679). Flying from Cape Town to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 540). 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 CPT to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to China in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 2 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Cape Town 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 391 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
886 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
286 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to China. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to China?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to China. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    A quick flight from Cape Town to China can take about 19h 40m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 925. There are 12981 km between Cape Town and China. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Cape Town Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun, Cape Town Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from Cape Town to China.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to China 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 Cape Town to China?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to China (average of R9 679). Flying from Cape Town to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 540). 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 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to China

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to China. 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 2 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 879AverageR13 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 538AverageR14 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 994AverageR14 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 813AverageR15 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 497AverageR18 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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