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Cheap flights from South Africa to China from R6 392

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SHA
10月 27 — 11月 31
1 adult

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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 22 10月 2024.

月 18/1121:45JNB - CAN
1 stop35h 30mEgyptair
月 25/1123:20CAN - JNB
1 stop37h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 21/10R12 326
月 4/1112:45JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 35mQatar Airways
金 15/1123:45PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R12 537
木 14/1112:45JNB - CAN
1 stop19h 40mQatar Airways
木 21/110:55CAN - JNB
1 stop19h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R12 537
火 19/1123:00JNB - CAN
1 stop24h 45mEthiopian Air
土 30/117:45CAN - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/10R12 836
月 18/1110:10JNB - CAN
2 stops23h 15mAir China
月 25/1116:40CAN - JNB
2 stops45h 00mAir China
Deal found 21/10R12 871
水 20/118:20JNB - PVG
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
水 27/1123:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/10R13 593
月 18/1110:10JNB - PEK
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
月 25/1121:00PEK - JNB
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R13 646
月 18/1113:45JNB - PEK
1 stop27h 15mSingapore Airlines
月 25/118:45PEK - JNB
1 stop27h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/10R13 787
水 20/1110:10JNB - PVG
1 stop23h 05mAir China
水 27/1116:30PVG - JNB
2 stops45h 10mAir China
Deal found 21/10R13 805
日 17/1111:05JNB - PEK
1 stop17h 40mCathay Pacific
土 23/1112:00PEK - JNB
2 stops33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/10R14 034
月 18/1113:45JNB - CAN
1 stop16h 25mSingapore Airlines
日 1/123:35CAN - JNB
1 stop32h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/10R14 051
日 17/1111:05JNB - CAN
1 stop15h 50mCathay Pacific
木 28/1110:15CAN - JNB
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/10R14 439

Find flights from South Africa to China within your budget

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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 10月 2024.

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R10 653 - R19 915

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Johannesburg OR TamboGuangzhou Baiyun

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

水 12/2

1 stop16h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

水 26/2

1 stop22h 55m

R10 653

Johannesburg OR TamboGuangzhou Baiyun

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

木 14/11

1 stop19h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

金 22/11

1 stop21h 10m

R11 780

Johannesburg OR TamboGuangzhou Baiyun

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

月 18/11

1 stop35h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

月 2/12

1 stop37h 50m

R11 973

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

土 8/2

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

土 15/2

1 stop20h 10m

R11 973

Johannesburg OR TamboShanghai Pu Dong

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

火 26/11

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

金 6/12

1 stop19h 40m

R12 202

Johannesburg OR TamboGuangzhou Baiyun

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

月 18/11

2 stops26h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

火 26/11

2 stops25h 00m

R12 871

Johannesburg OR TamboBeijing Capital

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

月 18/11

1 stop18h 20m

Beijing Capital

月 25/11

1 stop40h 40m

R13 646

Johannesburg OR TamboBeijing Capital

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

月 18/11

1 stop39h 10m

Beijing Capital

日 24/11

1 stop40h 10m

R15 372

Johannesburg OR TamboBeijing Capital

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

土 30/11

1 stop21h 40m

Beijing Capital

月 9/12

1 stop33h 35m

R16 780

Johannesburg OR TamboGuangzhou Baiyun

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

土 16/11

2 stops35h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

金 29/11

2 stops32h 35m

R19 052

Johannesburg OR TamboGuangzhou Baiyun

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

木 21/11

2 stops25h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

木 28/11

2 stops42h 35m

R19 334

Johannesburg OR TamboBeijing Capital

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

木 21/11

2 stops34h 40m

Beijing Capital

火 26/11

1 stop34h 15m

R19 915

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 21/10

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 R679). Flying from South Africa to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R873). 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 22 10月 2024.

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.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 22 10月 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to China, see what other customers have to say about Cathay Pacific, Air China and Singapore Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
1 332 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
1 360 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,7
Good
882 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,7
Good
839 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 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.
  • Can I find flights from South Africa to China for under R10 700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to China for under R10 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Singapore Airlines for just R10 653, but on average you can expect to pay R13 400.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to China for under R14 100?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from South Africa to China within the next 7 days for less than R14 100.

  • 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 R6 392 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from R8 575 and Etihad Airways from R8 874 one-way.

  • What does JNB to SHA mean?

    JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, while SHA stands for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Shenzhen Airport (SZX), Hangzhou Airport (HGH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to China that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to China flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to China with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to China flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to China that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to China offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to China?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to China flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to China flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to China flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 21/10.

  • 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 R679). Flying from South Africa to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R873). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to China

Discover the top 9 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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 10月 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 927AverageR13 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 117AverageR15 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 624AverageR12 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 144AverageR12 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 354AverageR14 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 414AverageR14 970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 894AverageR15 022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 360AverageR17 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 927AverageR19 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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