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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China from R6 784

JNB — SHA
Sep 30 — Oct 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to China

Wed 11/1113:45 -
1 stop18h 55m
Wed 25/1118:10 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 27/8R12 405
Mon 28/914:05 -
1 stop26h 35m
Sun 11/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 30/8R12 453
Tue 22/95:45 -
1 stop20h 05m
Thu 24/90:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 28/8R12 534
Tue 22/914:05 -
1 stop25h 45m
Tue 16/223:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 27/8R12 615
Mon 12/1014:30 -
2 stops22h 15m
Fri 23/109:20 -
2 stops34h 10m
Deal found 30/8R13 067
Tue 1/95:45 -
1 stop20h 05m
Thu 3/90:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 28/8R13 083
Sun 22/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 00m
Tue 1/1223:35 -
1 stop39h 05m
Deal found 26/8R13 212
Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop18h 20m
Wed 14/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 26/8R13 245
Tue 1/95:45 -
1 stop20h 05m
Thu 24/90:15 -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 28/8R13 245
Mon 28/922:20 -
1 stop18h 00m
Mon 12/100:40 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 28/8R13 245
Mon 19/109:45 -
1 stop18h 20m
Sat 31/1014:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 27/8R13 261
Tue 13/1014:05 -
1 stop20h 15m
Tue 20/1018:50 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 29/8R13 277

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Round-trip from

R12 405

One-way from

R6 784

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 347

Good round-trip deal

R12 735 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 155 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 873 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PEK Beijing Capital

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

19:10-22:20

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 28/10

6:50-16:35

1 stop39h 45m

R13 390

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

R13 729

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 778

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

10:10-13:55

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/10

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R13 858

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

10:10-14:45

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R13 858

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

10:20-15:00

2 stops22h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/12

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

R13 907

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/12

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

R14 230

JohannesburgXiamen

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

JNBXMN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

9:50-0:25

2 stops32h 35m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Thu 12/11

14:50-8:20

2 stops47h 30m

R14 424

JohannesburgXiamen

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

JNBXMN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

10:10-19:45

2 stops27h 35m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Thu 12/11

7:25-7:40

2 stops30h 15m

R14 585

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PEK Beijing Capital

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

10:25-22:30

1 stop30h 05m

Beijing Capital

Mon 23/11

6:50-16:35

1 stop39h 45m

R14 908

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China (average of R13 228). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 024). 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 26% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 218 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 26% 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
1 591 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
1 591 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
3 651 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
1 466 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
7,4
Good
3 725 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
1 035 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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 21h. 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 (R4 964), Qatar Airways (R5 644), and Singapore Airlines (R5 794).

  • 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 - Beijing Capital, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China (average of R13 228). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 024). 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 478AverageR15 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 616AverageR12 957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 119AverageR16 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 248AverageR14 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 713AverageR12 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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TAAGCheapestR10 032AverageR11 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 554AverageR10 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 849AverageR14 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 890AverageR13 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestR11 414AverageR13 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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