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Cheap flights from South Africa to China from R6 767

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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 13 May 2026.

Tue 7/712:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R11 801
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R11 851
Tue 16/620:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 3/718:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R11 884
Thu 18/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R11 917
Sun 7/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/60:35
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R12 049
Fri 5/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R12 148
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R12 231
Fri 29/519:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop38h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R12 280
Thu 18/620:55
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/618:40
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop39h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R12 610
Thu 11/619:10
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Sun 21/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop38h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 13/5R12 957
Wed 27/513:30
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Emirates
Tue 2/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 12/5R13 006
Sat 13/622:20
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop18h 00m
Emirates
Sat 20/67:25
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 10/5R13 204

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 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 801

One-way from

R6 767

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 541

Good round-trip deal

R16 895 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 726 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 15m total
  • South Africa to China
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 45m total
  • South Africa to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 657 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 168 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 13 May 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

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

13:30-15:25

1 stop19h 55m

Beijing Capital

Tue 2/6

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R13 006

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

19:50-22:35

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R14 063

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

19:50-22:35

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

R14 294

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

10:40-12:10

2 stops19h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 2/11

13:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

R14 640

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/8

10:40-12:10

2 stops19h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 31/8

13:25-9:25

2 stops26h 00m

R15 102

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

20:25-23:00

1 stop20h 35m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/6

0:05-19:20

1 stop25h 15m

R15 119

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:50-22:35

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/6

0:35-9:00

1 stop38h 25m

R15 135

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

19:50-16:40

1 stop38h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/7

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

R15 201

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

10:05-15:25

1 stop23h 20m

Beijing Capital

Fri 4/9

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R15 301

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

6:00-19:00

3 stops55h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 30/6

22:10-22:10

2 stops30h 00m

R15 317

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to China

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to China?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to China is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to China (average of R13 105). Flying from South Africa to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 522). 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 13 May 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 35% of weekly flights between South Africa and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 199 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 35% 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 13 May 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
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 329 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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 30m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 640. 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 R4 876 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R5 081 and Singapore Airlines from R5 921 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to China (average of R13 105). Flying from South Africa to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 522). 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 13 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 277AverageR15 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 761AverageR14 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 180AverageR13 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR9 451AverageR14 513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 785AverageR10 790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 952AverageR15 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 997AverageR16 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 008AverageR13 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 123AverageR13 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestR11 439AverageR13 047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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