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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou from R8 841

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAN
Jun 14 — Jun 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Guangzhou. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 May 2026.

Mon 25/519:50
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/61:35
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/5R13 311
Mon 25/519:50
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/61:35
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop38h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R13 360
Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/61:35
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R13 377
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/61:35
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R13 393
Wed 25/1112:45
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/110:55
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R13 410
Mon 10/820:25
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop31h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 17/813:25
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop35h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/5R13 426
Sat 12/920:25
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop33h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 18/91:20
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/5R13 804
Mon 24/820:25
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop31h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 27/81:20
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/5R14 001

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Guangzhou (CAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 311

One-way from

R8 841

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 478
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Guangzhou
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Guangzhou
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

20:25-12:10

1 stop33h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 8/9

10:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R16 055

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

20:25-0:15

1 stop21h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 13/8

1:20-19:20

1 stop24h 00m

R17 107

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

18:10-15:30

2 stops39h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 8/10

1:35-15:20

1 stop19h 45m

R18 257

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 15/6

1:35-11:00

2 stops39h 25m

R19 588
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

22:20-22:00

1 stop17h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 1/11

0:15-16:35

1 stop22h 20m

R19 704

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

22:20-22:00

1 stop17h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 4/11

0:15-16:35

1 stop22h 20m

R19 704

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 18/6

1:35-18:10

3 stops46h 35m

R19 868

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 19/6

1:35-16:20

2 stops44h 45m

R20 476

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

18:10-14:15

2 stops38h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 8/9

19:30-9:00

1 stop19h 30m

R20 657

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-15:30

1 stop37h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 20/6

1:35-8:25

2 stops60h 50m

R20 673

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou 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 Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (average of R13 245). Flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 011). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Guangzhou

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guangzhou. 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 Guangzhou. Reviews last updated 15 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 329 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Guangzhou. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights?

    There are two airports in Johannesburg that service flights to Guangzhou, China. The O.R. Tambo International Airport and the Lanseria International Airport both offer a number of flights to Guangzhou at varying times and dates. The O.R. Tambo International Airport is located 25 minutes from the heart of Johannesburg via taxi or car, with several different bus and train options that take an hour to reach the airport. The Lanseria International Airport is 47 km from Johannesburg, with a 45-minute travel time by taxi. Public transportation by bus is also available. As a third option, the Cape Town International Airport in South Africa services flights to Guangzhou. Cape Town is located just 20 minutes from its airport by car.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

    Unfortunately, no flights offer direct nonstop service to Guangzhou from Johannesburg. The flight can last for a duration of 14 hours or more. Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Emirates are some of the major airlines that offer flights to Guangzhou with just one layover.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

    The majority of flights from South Africa to Guangzhou will have stopovers in Singapore, Hong Kong, or Bangkok. Alternatively, there are flights from Kenya Airways and EgyptAir that have multiple or overnight stops.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

    The People’s Republic of China may or may not require travellers to have valid visas when entering Guangzhou based on a list of formal agreements made between the Chinese government and foreign countries. In South Africa, for example, diplomats and those traveling for political reasons are exempt from a visa requirement. Others may need to apply for a temporary visa if they plan on staying longer than 15-30 days. A special Chinese visa may also be required. Most countries that are a part of this foreign agreement may go online to register for a Chinese visa at any time.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Guangzhou from Johannesburg?

    Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou. You should not have trouble finding flights to Baiyun from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 12 airlines have flights to the Guangzhou airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 29,8 km journey from Baiyun (CAN) to Guangzhou’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Guangzhou in 17h 40m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 10664 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou round-trip?

    Currently priced at R10 143, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg to Guangzhou and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Algerie and Air Tanzania - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 738 and R10 949, respectively. Singapore Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R6 014 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R7 170 and Cathay Pacific from R7 612 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou is Doha. Hong Kong sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou. Dubai follows Hong Kong in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou is Cairo. Beijing sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights. Bangkok comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Guangzhou 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 to Guangzhou?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (average of R13 245). Flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 011). 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 Johannesburg to Guangzhou. 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 143AverageR12 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 738AverageR10 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 949AverageR16 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 985AverageR14 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 074AverageR13 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 084AverageR15 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR11 963AverageR14 322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 354AverageR14 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 607AverageR14 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 857AverageR15 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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