Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China from R6 526

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Jul 10 — Jul 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to China

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 10 June 2026.

Wed 22/720:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop39h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 13/814:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/6R11 832
Tue 29/913:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 22/1019:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/6R11 865
Wed 22/714:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R12 195
Mon 20/714:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6R12 360
Tue 28/720:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 4/814:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/6R12 871
Sun 27/914:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/100:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6R12 904
Mon 27/720:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 3/819:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/6R12 986
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Sat 20/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 9/6R13 151
Thu 16/714:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6R13 167
Tue 7/714:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R13 217
Sun 9/814:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 27/80:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R13 250
Mon 22/619:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Sun 28/60:40
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 7/6R13 513

Find 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 10 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 832

One-way from

R6 526

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 249

Good round-trip deal

R16 521 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 239 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 22/7-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 74h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 004 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 704 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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

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 10 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-6:35

1 stop28h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/10

0:35-19:20

1 stop24h 45m

R11 865

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

13:45-13:25

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/10

19:10-19:20

1 stop30h 10m

R11 865

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

19:10-15:25

1 stop38h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 28/6

0:40-16:15

1 stop21h 35m

R13 513

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

22:20-15:25

1 stop35h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 21/7

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R13 843
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/11

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R13 958

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

20:25-7:15

1 stop28h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 4/8

8:55-19:20

1 stop40h 25m

R14 090

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

20:25-0:15

1 stop21h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 4/9

1:20-19:20

1 stop24h 00m

R14 535

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

13:25-14:45

1 stop19h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sun 29/11

6:50-5:35

1 stop28h 45m

R15 425

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/11

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R15 590

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 15/8

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R15 837

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 7/6

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

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 R12 887). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 293). 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 10 June 2026.

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.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to China delayed?

About 34% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 188 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

Sunday 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 34% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 10 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 369 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 006 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China will take you 17h 25m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China is about 11779 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Emirates (R5 073), Qatar Airways (R5 759), and Singapore Airlines (R5 912).

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Shanghai Pu Dong, 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 R12 887). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 293). 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 10 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 590AverageR14 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 750AverageR13 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Air ChinaCheapestR9 436AverageR14 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 731AverageR12 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air AlgerieCheapestR10 768AverageR10 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
Search Air Algerie flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 935AverageR15 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 980AverageR16 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air Tanzania flights
EgyptairCheapestR11 334AverageR14 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Egyptair flights
China EasternCheapestR11 421AverageR13 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
EmiratesCheapestR12 076AverageR15 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates 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.