Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China from R8 502

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Jan 14 — Jan 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to China

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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 15 December 2025.

Thu 25/1213:40JNB - CAN
1 stop28h 40mSingapore Airlines
Tue 3/31:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/12R17 730
Sat 20/1214:30JNB - CAN
1 stop18h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/127:45CAN - JNB
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/12R18 203
Tue 23/1219:55JNB - CAN
1 stop31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 3/31:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/12R18 355
Sun 28/1213:45JNB - CAN
1 stop17h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 30/120:55CAN - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/12R18 490
Wed 17/1223:00JNB - CAN
1 stop34h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/127:45CAN - JNB
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/12R18 962
Sat 20/1220:20JNB - CAN
1 stop36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1211:50CAN - JNB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R19 502
Sun 21/1222:00JNB - PEK
1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1218:30PEK - JNB
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12R19 569
Mon 22/1219:55JNB - CAN
1 stop31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 19/110:45CAN - JNB
1 stop25h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/12R19 603
Sun 14/1220:45JNB - PVG
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1216:10PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12R19 755
Tue 23/1223:00JNB - CAN
1 stop24h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/10:10CAN - JNB
1 stop33h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/12R19 822
Wed 24/1211:00JNB - CAN
1 stop15h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 31/125:00CAN - JNB
1 stop32h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/12R20 328
Wed 24/1211:30JNB - CAN
2 stops20h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 31/1218:45CAN - JNB
1 stop39h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/12R20 446

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 15 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 269

One-way from

R8 502

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 220

Good round-trip deal

R14 818 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 567 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 9/1-16/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 126 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 026 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to China.

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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 15 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 286

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 404

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 27/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R11 843

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:40-6:30

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/2

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R12 703

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:55-9:30

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 3/4

1:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

R12 754

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 22/4

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R12 821

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

9:50-13:45

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 956

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

14:30-15:00

1 stop18h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 31/1

7:45-20:10

1 stop18h 25m

R13 041

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 12/4

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R13 209

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 18/4

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R13 682

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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 R7 524). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 792). 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 15 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to China. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to China delayed?

About 44% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Monday 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 44% of flights being delayed.

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 15 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China will take you 19h 45m. 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 185), Qatar Airways (R5 973), and Singapore Airlines (R6 052).

  • What are the most popular routes 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.

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

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  • 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 R7 524). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 792). 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

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 15 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 339AverageR12 418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 661AverageR14 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 985AverageR13 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 324AverageR13 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 331AverageR16 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 719AverageR14 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapestR11 941AverageR12 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 950AverageR15 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 410AverageR15 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 877AverageR17 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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