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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China from R6 398

JNB — SHA
Oct 28 — Nov 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to China

Fri 6/1114:30 -
2 stops21h 30m
Fri 20/118:30 -
2 stops25h 25m
Deal found 28/9R12 113
Mon 16/118:20 -
2 stops27h 30m
Fri 27/118:30 -
2 stops25h 25m
Deal found 23/9R12 146
Mon 14/1214:30 -
2 stops21h 20m
Mon 21/128:30 -
2 stops41h 40m
Deal found 24/9R12 162
Mon 19/1016:40 -
1 stop33h 10m
Thu 29/100:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 24/9R12 292
Mon 19/108:20 -
2 stops28h 25m
Mon 9/118:30 -
2 stops25h 25m
Deal found 27/9R12 390
Mon 2/1116:40 -
1 stop33h 10m
Thu 12/110:15 -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 26/9R12 471
Mon 16/1116:40 -
1 stop33h 10m
Thu 26/110:15 -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 27/9R12 553
Sun 15/1123:00 -
2 stops36h 50m
Mon 7/128:30 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 25/9R12 699
Thu 19/1113:45 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sat 28/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 27/9R12 699
Fri 23/1014:30 -
2 stops22h 15m
Fri 30/108:30 -
2 stops25h 25m
Deal found 25/9R12 781
Fri 6/1121:45 -
1 stop35h 45m
Fri 20/1123:20 -
1 stop37h 50m
Deal found 28/9R12 846
Mon 26/108:20 -
2 stops27h 30m
Fri 6/118:30 -
2 stops25h 25m
Deal found 27/9R12 911

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to China

Round-trip from

R12 146

One-way from

R6 398

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 656

Good round-trip deal

R13 401 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 354 or less
16/11-27/11
  • 16/11-27/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 895 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

JNBPKX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:45-14:45

1 stop19h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 398

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

JNBPKX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

13:45-14:45

1 stop19h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 757

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/12

14:30-18:00

2 stops21h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 066

JohannesburgHangzhou

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - HGH Hangzhou

JNBHGH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

14:05-16:05

1 stop20h 00m

Hangzhou

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 782

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

JNBPKX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

9:50-23:20

2 stops31h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 027

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

13:45-22:05

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 043

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 075

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PEK Beijing Capital

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

18:50-22:30

1 stop21h 40m

Beijing Capital

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 141

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

JNBPKX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/1

9:50-8:45

1 stop16h 55m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 287

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

JNBPKX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/1

9:50-8:45

1 stop16h 55m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 287

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to China

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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 R13 481). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in October is currently the most expensive (average of R17 649). 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?

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 21% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 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 21% 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 79 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

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
1 616 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 616 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 616 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 668 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 616 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 616 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 616 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 045 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 616 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 039), Qatar Airways (R5 689), and Singapore Airlines (R5 841).

  • 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 R13 481). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in October is currently the most expensive (average of R17 649). 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 OR Tambo to China

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 351AverageR15 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 669AverageR13 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 184AverageR18 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 322AverageR15 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 851AverageR12 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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TAAGCheapestR10 114AverageR11 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 638AverageR10 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 803AverageR15 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 972AverageR15 001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestR11 283AverageR13 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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