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Cheap flights from Cape Town to China from R7 898

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SHA
Jan 1 — Jan 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 December 2025.

Mon 22/1214:25CPT - CAN
3 stops22h 10mKenya Airways
Thu 8/121:40CAN - CPT
3 stops21h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/11R15 317
Sun 21/1219:35CPT - CAN
3 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/121:40CAN - CPT
3 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R15 420
Mon 22/1214:25CPT - CAN
3 stops22h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 6/121:40CAN - CPT
3 stops21h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/11R16 018
Sun 21/1213:50CPT - CAN
1 stop19h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/10:10CAN - CPT
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R17 009
Mon 8/1214:25CPT - CAN
3 stops22h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 16/1221:40CAN - CPT
2 stops30h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/12R17 027
Sat 20/1215:25CPT - CAN
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/10:10CAN - CPT
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R19 847
Mon 8/1214:35CPT - CAN
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/127:45CAN - CPT
1 stop36h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R20 001
Mon 22/1214:35CPT - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/123:30PVG - CPT
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R20 275
Mon 22/1214:35CPT - CAN
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/10:10CAN - CPT
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R20 514
Mon 22/1212:35CPT - PVG
1 stop20h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 2/123:35PVG - CPT
3 stops41h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/11R30 668
Mon 22/129:30CPT - PVG
1 stop25h 20mLufthansa
Thu 1/10:10PVG - CPT
1 stop37h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 30/11R32 771

Find 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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 702

One-way from

R7 898

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 864
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 26/2-9/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Cape Town to China
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 50m total
  • Cape Town to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 513 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 095 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 December 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

Fri 23/1

14:35-16:15

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

23:30-13:45

1 stop20h 15m

R12 821

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

15:25-3:05

1 stop29h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 23/5

7:45-13:00

1 stop35h 15m

R13 573

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

10:40-0:15

2 stops31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 1/5

1:20-9:25

2 stops38h 05m

R13 847

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

14:35-19:00

3 stops22h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 2/5

22:10-13:40

3 stops21h 30m

R14 086

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

10:40-9:25

2 stops40h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 26/4

1:20-9:25

2 stops38h 05m

R14 565

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

13:50-17:10

1 stop21h 20m

Beijing Capital

Tue 27/1

0:10-13:45

1 stop19h 35m

R14 958

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/12

14:25-18:35

3 stops22h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 8/1

21:40-13:35

3 stops21h 55m

R15 317

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

19:35-18:35

3 stops41h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 6/1

21:40-13:35

3 stops21h 55m

R15 420

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

13:40-14:45

1 stop19h 05m

Beijing Capital

Sun 29/3

0:40-16:50

1 stop22h 10m

R16 001

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/12

14:25-18:35

3 stops22h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 6/1

21:40-22:05

2 stops30h 25m

R16 018

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 556). Flying from Cape Town to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 300). 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 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to China in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% 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 December 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
3 432 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
1 411 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 679 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
903 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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 R12 821. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 248. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to China for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Cape Town Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun, Cape Town Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong 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 556). Flying from Cape Town to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 300). 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 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 784AverageR13 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 392AverageR13 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 824AverageR15 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 651AverageR15 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 314AverageR19 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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