Cheap flights from Johannesburg to China
How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to China?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 37 days in advance, which can save you up to 1% on flights from Johannesburg to China compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 37 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R27 557. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R27 557.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to China?
Flights from Johannesburg to China lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Johannesburg to China in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at R22 484.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to China (JNB - CN)?
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.
Cheap flights from Johannesburg to China in August, September 2022
The best prices found for Johannesburg to China flights in August, September
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Shanghai Pu Dong
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Johannesburg to China 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to China from Johannesburg found for this year
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Guangzhou Baiyun
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Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to China
Late deals on return flights to China from Johannesburg, departing today and this week
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Beijing Capital
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One-way flights to China from Johannesburg
The cheapest one-way flights from Johannesburg to China
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Shanghai Pu Dong
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Johannesburg to China flights.
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.
Which airlines flying from Johannesburg to China have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Cathay Pacific, RwandAir, and Emirates are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Can I find flights from Johannesburg to China for under R24 300 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to China for under R24 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just R24 234, but on average you can expect to pay R32 226.
Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg to China for under R123 100?
There are currently 4+ open flights from Johannesburg to China within the next 7 days for less than R123 100.
What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to China?
Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Guangzhou Baiyun when deciding on the best route from Johannesburg to China.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to China?
Air China, Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa are the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to China.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to China?
On average you can expect to pay R51 787 for a flight from Johannesburg to China. The cheapest flight overall is R29 654 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at R28 611.
Flights to China from Johannesburg
Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to China
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Johannesburg to China choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to China
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