Cheap flights from Johannesburg to China from R7 882

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Nov 13 — Nov 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 14 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 317

One-way from

R9 840

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 977
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 22/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 764 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 560 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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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 14 October 2025.

Tue 11/119:50JNB - PVG
1 stop21h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 25/1114:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/10R12 317
Wed 29/109:50JNB - PVG
1 stop21h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 5/1114:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/10R12 334
Mon 3/118:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 7/110:20PVG - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/10R12 386
Wed 26/1119:55JNB - PVG
1 stop28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/120:10PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/10R12 490
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Wed 3/1222:30SHA - JNB
2 stops39h 10mAir China
Deal found 12/10R12 629
Mon 17/1120:20JNB - PVG
1 stop36h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 28/1123:35PVG - JNB
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/10R12 750
Fri 21/1110:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Tue 3/27:20PVG - JNB
1 stop30h 20mAir China
Deal found 13/10R12 923
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Wed 3/1216:30PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 10mAir China
Deal found 11/10R13 062
Mon 20/109:50JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Tue 28/1014:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/10R13 183
Wed 26/1119:55JNB - CAN
1 stop22h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/121:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/10R13 201
Sun 19/1022:20JNB - PEK
1 stop18h 00mEmirates
Sun 26/106:50PEK - JNB
1 stop39h 45mEmirates
Deal found 12/10R13 201
Sun 23/111:35JNB - CAN
2 stops35h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 9/1221:40CAN - JNB
2 stops32h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/10R13 218

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Johannesburg

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 317

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

10:10-23:20

2 stops31h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/2

7:20-7:40

1 stop30h 20m

R12 923

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

23:00-5:50

1 stop24h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 22/3

0:10-13:05

1 stop18h 55m

R13 287

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

10:10-11:25

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 24/11

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R13 305

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

14:30-17:10

1 stop20h 40m

Beijing Capital

Tue 18/11

0:10-3:55

1 stop33h 45m

R13 374

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

19:55-0:20

1 stop22h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 2/12

13:30-18:35

1 stop35h 05m

R13 443

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 512

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

14:30-5:50

1 stop33h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

7:45-3:55

1 stop26h 10m

R13 564

JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

10:10-12:10

1 stop20h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 6/11

16:45-7:40

1 stop20h 55m

R13 720

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

11:00-8:55

1 stop15h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 27/3

10:15-7:25

1 stop27h 10m

R13 859

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to China (average of R8 125). Flying from Johannesburg to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 260). 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 14 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to China in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to China. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to China flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 14 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to China?

    For as low as R12 317, China Eastern can have you in China from Johannesburg in 21h. Johannesburg and China are separated by a distance of 11779 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 882. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Emirates, 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?

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to China (average of R8 125). Flying from Johannesburg to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 260). 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 14 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 555AverageR12 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 994AverageR14 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 280AverageR14 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 635AverageR13 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 780AverageR14 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 131AverageR17 148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 248AverageR16 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR12 262AverageR13 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 681AverageR15 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 251AverageR19 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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