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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to China from R7 631

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PVG
May 2 — May 91
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to China flight deals. Data was last updated 27 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 184

One-way from

R7 631

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 830
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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26/5
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R28 041 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 481 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 April 2025.

Thu 22/513:55JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 28/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R12 184
Fri 16/519:50JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 55mSingapore Airlines
Thu 22/50:35PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R12 408
Wed 14/521:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 45mEgyptair
Sat 24/523:20CAN - JNB
1 stop37h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 26/4R12 576
Mon 16/613:55JNB - CAN
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 22/619:30CAN - JNB
1 stop26h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R12 613
Mon 26/514:30JNB - PEK
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/60:10PEK - JNB
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R12 688
Wed 18/619:50JNB - CAN
1 stop31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Thu 26/61:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R12 893
Wed 14/510:10JNB - PVG
2 stops42h 05mAir China
Wed 21/516:20PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 20mAir China
Deal found 26/4R12 930
Fri 23/514:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/50:20PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R13 229
Wed 4/610:10JNB - SHA
2 stops23h 50mAir China
Tue 10/611:30SHA - JNB
2 stops26h 10mAir China
Deal found 26/4R13 509
Thu 15/511:20JNB - PEK
1 stop19h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 22/516:40PEK - JNB
1 stop21h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R13 639
Sun 25/59:50JNB - CAN
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/65:50CAN - JNB
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 938
Sat 10/511:20JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 17/514:30PVG - JNB
1 stop23h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R14 124

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 27 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to China that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

13:55-16:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R12 184

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

19:50-22:45

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/5

0:35-18:35

1 stop24h 00m

R12 408

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

21:45-15:30

1 stop35h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 24/5

23:20-7:10

1 stop37h 50m

R12 576

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

13:55-14:05

1 stop18h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 22/6

19:30-16:10

1 stop26h 40m

R12 613

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

14:30-17:20

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sat 7/6

0:10-13:05

1 stop18h 55m

R12 688

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 27/6

13:25-18:35

1 stop35h 10m

R12 893

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

10:10-10:15

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 21/5

16:20-7:40

2 stops45h 20m

R12 930

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

14:30-15:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/5

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R13 229

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

10:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

11:30-7:40

2 stops26h 10m

R13 509

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

11:20-12:25

1 stop19h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 22/5

16:40-7:40

1 stop21h 00m

R13 639

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to China

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to China (average of R654). Flying from Johannesburg to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R912). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 27 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to China as you normally would.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 27 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to China, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
780 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
851 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to China flights?

    When departing to China from Johannesburg, passengers can choose to fly out of O.R. Tambo International Airport or Lanseria International Airport. The latter is a smaller and quieter airport while O.R. Tambo is a large and busy airport. There are several places to end the flight at, but many will choose Shenzhen. This means landing at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport, which is 32 kilometres from the city centre. The airport is a hub for Shenzhen Airlines and Donghai Airlines and a focus city for Hainan Airlines and China Southern Airlines. In 2018, the airport had nearly 50 million passengers and boasted more than 350,000 aircraft movements.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to China?

    Travellers flying in at Shenzhen will find limited direct flights available. There are several other destinations in China from Johannesburg, but none of the others have direct flights. The direct flights from Shenzhen are offered by Air China. This flight takes travellers to the destination in 13h 10m. There are other airlines offering this same flight but with stops throughout it. Some of the airlines providing stopover flights are Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Air France. These flights are much longer than a direct flight with the shortest option taking 30h 20m.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to China?

    If choosing a one-stop flight into China from Johannesburg with a destination of Shenzhen, the airline that offers the flights is Singapore Airlines. These flights are fairly expensive compared to direct flights and stop down at Singapore Changi Airport. The flight is 30h 20m long and can be taken in the morning or afternoon. Additional flights have more than a single stop and may touch down at Abu Dhabi International Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport or Amsterdam Airport and Beijing Capital Airport. Flights with two stops are often the least expensive option for this route.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to China?

    When visiting China from Johannesburg, travellers will need a tourist visa as well as a passport. It can be applied for in-person or online.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R8 116. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to China?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Guangzhou Baiyun, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route from Johannesburg to China.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to China (average of R654). Flying from Johannesburg to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R912). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 27 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 225AverageR13 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 721AverageR16 918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 819AverageR13 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 822AverageR15 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 011AverageR14 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 466AverageR18 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 532AverageR15 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 545AverageR18 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 414AverageR20 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR18 508AverageR19 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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