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Cheap flights from South Africa to China from R6 878

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Apr 30 — May 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to China

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2026.

Sun 19/79:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R11 834
Wed 27/519:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 2/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/3R11 869
Wed 22/79:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R11 971
Sun 24/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R11 989
Sat 30/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R12 057
Fri 29/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
China Eastern
Fri 5/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3R12 092
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 26/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/3R12 280
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R12 332
Wed 27/59:45
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops41h 35m
China Eastern
Wed 3/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/3R12 400
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 15/511:20
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3R12 520
Mon 27/719:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 3/80:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/3R12 572
Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3R12 692

Find flight deals from South Africa to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to China flight deals. Data was last updated 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 834

One-way from

R6 878

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 652

Good round-trip deal

R14 379 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 136 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/7-14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • South Africa to China
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 30m total
  • South Africa to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 567 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 745 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to China.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 31 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to China that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

9:50-12:55

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/6

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R12 623

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:50-14:40

1 stop36h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/6

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R12 692

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

13:45-7:15

1 stop35h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/8

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

R12 692

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

19:50-12:10

1 stop34h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 30/8

1:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

R13 326

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

13:00-14:05

1 stop19h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 17/6

19:30-17:30

1 stop28h 00m

R13 515

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:00-16:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

18:40-11:30

1 stop22h 50m

R13 652

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

9:50-15:05

2 stops23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 14/12

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

R14 235

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

6:00-19:00

3 stops55h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 9/6

22:10-13:35

3 stops21h 25m

R14 270

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

6:00-19:00

3 stops55h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 16/6

22:10-13:35

3 stops21h 25m

R14 630

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

9:50-18:00

2 stops26h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/6

7:00-8:20

2 stops31h 20m

R15 093

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to China?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to China (average of R6 449). Flying from South Africa to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 920). 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 ZA to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 31 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to China as you normally would.

How often are flights from South Africa to China delayed?

About 37% of weekly flights between South Africa and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 186 minutes.

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

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 36% 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 31 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 234 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
987 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to China?

    A quick flight from South Africa to China can take about 19h 05m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 515. South Africa and China are separated by a distance of 11835 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to China one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 067 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R5 280 and Singapore Airlines from R6 153 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to China?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to China (average of R6 449). Flying from South Africa to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 920). 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 South Africa to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 31 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 138AverageR15 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 532AverageR13 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 821AverageR15 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 234AverageR14 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 381AverageR16 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 430AverageR13 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 482AverageR13 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestR11 886AverageR13 593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 383AverageR17 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 617AverageR16 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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