Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China from R9 841

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Jun 18 — Jun 251
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to China flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 907

One-way from

R9 841

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 660

Good round-trip deal

R14 301 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 440 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/11-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 539 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 094 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to China.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to China.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to China

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Mon 24/1119:50JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/30:10PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/6R10 907
Thu 24/713:55JNB - CAN
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 13/81:35CAN - JNB
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R11 724
Mon 29/919:50JNB - CAN
1 stop31h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 6/1010:35CAN - JNB
1 stop38h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/6R11 759
Mon 4/810:10JNB - PVG
1 stop18h 10mAir China
Sat 16/821:40PVG - JNB
1 stop40h 00mAir China
Deal found 11/6R12 967
Mon 11/810:10JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 15mAir China
Sun 17/816:40SHA - JNB
1 stop21h 00mAir China
Deal found 11/6R12 967
Sun 27/711:20JNB - PEK
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 3/812:05PEK - JNB
1 stop25h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/6R13 305
Thu 19/614:30JNB - CAN
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/60:30CAN - JNB
1 stop18h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6R13 340
Wed 18/621:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 45mEgyptair
Fri 27/623:20CAN - JNB
1 stop37h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 12/6R13 482
Tue 17/611:20JNB - CAN
1 stop15h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 25/622:20CAN - JNB
1 stop15h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/6R13 855
Mon 21/713:55JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 30/70:35PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6R13 962
Sun 23/1121:45JNB - PVG
1 stop37h 05mEgyptair
Sat 7/31:10PVG - JNB
1 stop36h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 11/6R14 051
Mon 29/911:20JNB - CAN
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/105:50CAN - JNB
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R14 211

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

19:50-22:20

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/3

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R10 907

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

13:55-13:55

1 stop18h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 13/8

1:35-16:10

1 stop20h 35m

R11 724

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

19:50-9:20

1 stop31h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 6/10

10:35-18:35

1 stop38h 00m

R11 759

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

10:10-10:20

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/8

21:40-7:40

1 stop40h 00m

R12 967

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 17/8

16:40-7:40

1 stop21h 00m

R12 967

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

11:20-20:25

1 stop27h 05m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/8

12:05-7:40

1 stop25h 35m

R13 305

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/6

21:45-15:30

1 stop35h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 2/7

23:20-7:10

1 stop37h 50m

R13 838

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

13:55-16:20

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/7

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R13 962

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

21:45-16:50

1 stop37h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/3

1:10-7:10

1 stop36h 00m

R14 051

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

11:20-1:20

2 stops32h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 6/10

5:50-7:40

2 stops31h 50m

R14 211

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 11/6

Showing 1-10 of 36 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China (average of R669). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of R900). 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 OR Tambo 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 13 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 13 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to China, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 304 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 584 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China are Qatar Airways (R9 841), Singapore Airlines (R10 267), and Air China (R12 488).

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Guangzhou Baiyun is the most popular route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to China?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China (average of R669). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of R900). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 782AverageR12 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 264AverageR14 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 433AverageR13 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
EgyptairCheapestR11 485AverageR14 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Egyptair flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 377AverageR17 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 883AverageR15 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR12 972AverageR15 710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
EmiratesCheapestR14 602AverageR17 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR16 799AverageR19 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
Air TanzaniaCheapestR17 006AverageR18 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air Tanzania flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from OR Tambo to China?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find OR Tambo to China flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from OR Tambo to China?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from OR Tambo to China.

Can Cheapflights find flights from OR Tambo to China with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to China from OR Tambo shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from OR Tambo to China become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
Site
©2025 Cheapflights