Cheap flights from Johannesburg to China from R7 821

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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 18 December 2025.

Thu 25/1213:40JNB - CAN
1 stop28h 40mSingapore Airlines
Tue 3/31:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/12R16 010
Mon 29/1210:10JNB - CAN
2 stops44h 20mAir China
Thu 1/113:45CAN - JNB
2 stops23h 55mAir China
Deal found 17/12R16 814
Wed 24/1221:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 30mEgyptair
Fri 26/1223:20CAN - JNB
1 stop37h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 17/12R16 864
Fri 26/1221:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1211:50CAN - JNB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R17 702
Thu 18/1214:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/1223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R17 903
Tue 23/1219:55JNB - CAN
1 stop31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 3/31:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/12R18 221
Mon 22/1221:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 30mEgyptair
Mon 19/123:20CAN - JNB
1 stop37h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 17/12R18 237
Tue 23/1223:00JNB - CAN
1 stop24h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/30:10CAN - JNB
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R19 092
Wed 17/1221:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1211:50CAN - JNB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R19 175
Mon 22/1220:20JNB - CAN
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1218:45CAN - JNB
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R19 242
Mon 22/1211:20JNB - CAN
1 stop15h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 24/1222:15CAN - JNB
1 stop15h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/12R19 460
Thu 18/125:55HLA - PVG
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1223:30PVG - HLA
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R20 833

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to China flight deals. Data was last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 204

One-way from

R7 821

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 087
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to China
4/3
  • 4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 959 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 944 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/3

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R11 472

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/4

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R11 572

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 756

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:55-7:15

1 stop29h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sun 15/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop31h 55m

R11 957

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-23:00

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Thu 28/5

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R12 359

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R12 426

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:40-6:30

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/2

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 610

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

14:30-5:50

1 stop33h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 31/1

7:45-20:10

1 stop18h 25m

R12 895

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/3

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R13 632

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/1

10:30-7:40

2 stops27h 10m

R13 699

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to China (average of R7 469). Flying from Johannesburg to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 706). 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 18 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to China in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 31% 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.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to China delayed?

About 44% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 44% of flights being delayed.

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 18 December 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.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 R11 472, Ethiopian Air can have you in China from Johannesburg in 19h 45m. 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 Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 147. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar 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?

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to China (average of R7 469). Flying from Johannesburg to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 706). 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 18 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 270AverageR12 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 595AverageR14 238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 902AverageR13 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 242AverageR13 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 248AverageR16 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 634AverageR14 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapestR11 854AverageR12 604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 886AverageR15 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 320AverageR15 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 663AverageR16 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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