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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China from R7 485

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Dec 21 — Dec 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 649

One-way from

R7 485

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 869

Good round-trip deal

R14 468 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 891 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/1-17/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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21/1
  • 21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 181 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 707 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 November 2025.

Tue 2/1214:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R12 338
Tue 25/1119:55JNB - PEK
1 stop21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/1216:40PEK - JNB
1 stop31h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/11R12 716
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - SHA
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1222:30SHA - JNB
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R12 733
Wed 26/1119:55JNB - CAN
1 stop22h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/121:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/11R12 837
Thu 4/1214:30JNB - PEK
1 stop20h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/120:10PEK - JNB
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/11R13 095
Tue 25/1119:55JNB - CAN
1 stop22h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/121:20CAN - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11R13 112
Wed 26/1114:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1223:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R13 215
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAir China
Wed 3/1216:30PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 10mAir China
Deal found 19/11R13 336
Wed 26/1110:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Wed 3/1217:30SHA - JNB
2 stops44h 10mAir China
Deal found 19/11R13 336
Wed 26/1119:55JNB - PVG
1 stop20h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/120:10PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/11R13 697
Tue 25/1111:00JNB - CAN
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1222:15CAN - JNB
1 stop15h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11R13 766
Wed 26/1111:00JNB - CAN
1 stop33h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/125:00CAN - JNB
1 stop32h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11R13 955

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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

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 23/4

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R12 475

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 492

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/1

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

R12 630

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

23:00-17:10

1 stop36h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 28/1

0:10-13:05

1 stop18h 55m

R13 043

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

8:20-15:00

1 stop24h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 19/1

0:10-13:05

1 stop18h 55m

R13 112

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 15/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R13 336

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:55-12:45

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

R13 353

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 17/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R13 611

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/1

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R13 611

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

13:25-22:20

1 stop26h 55m

Beijing Capital

Wed 20/5

7:25-16:15

1 stop38h 50m

R13 697

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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.
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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China (average of R8 070). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 185). 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 21 November 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.

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Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 45% 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 21 November 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air China
7,2
Good
126 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 20h 50m. 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 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.

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  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China (average of R8 070). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 185). 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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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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 536AverageR12 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 927AverageR14 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 204AverageR13 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 558AverageR13 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 701AverageR14 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 050AverageR17 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 165AverageR16 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR12 180AverageR12 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 659AverageR15 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 105AverageR18 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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