Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights typically cost between R13 622 and R19 107 in November. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R13 201 on Singapore Airlines (Nov 15-Nov 27).

Question 1

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights typically cost between R13 622 and R19 107 in November.
The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R13 201 on Singapore Airlines (Nov 15-Nov 27).

Question 2

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

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Currently priced at R10 397, 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 Qatar Airways and Egyptair - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R11 504 and R11 940, respectively. Singapore Airlines is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 3

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

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The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou is 77 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.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (average of R678). Flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R898). 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.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Guangzhou flight should consider departing on Sunday 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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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Guangzhou, 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).

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

Accepted Answer

Consider Air China, Cathay Pacific or Emirates when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou.

Question 9

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

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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. Singapore follows Hong Kong in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights.

Question 10

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

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The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou is Cairo. Abu Dhabi 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.

Question 11

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 6% on the overall cost on flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou.

Question 12

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

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Users have found that booking a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou at least 49 days early can save you up to 33% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 49 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou for as little as R14 431 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R17 560 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Guangzhou from Johannesburg average R14 487. You can even find prices in February for less than R14 487, as users have found deals to Guangzhou from as low as R11 091. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Guangzhou from Johannesburg. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 18%.

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CAN?

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Question 15

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

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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 10 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.

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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

Question 18

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

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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.

Question 19

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Guangzhou from Johannesburg today with Cheapflights!

Question 20

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 21

Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou with no change fees?

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Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Question 22

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou become cheaper?

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Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

Question 23

What airports serve Johannesburg to Guangzhou flights?

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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.

Question 24

Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Guangzhou?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 25

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

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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.

Question 26

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

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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.

Round-trip from	R13 201
One-way from	R7 084
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R15 450

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR10 397	AverageR11 815	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 504	AverageR14 114	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Egyptair	CheapestR11 940	AverageR15 191	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR12 493	AverageR14 649	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR13 500	AverageR15 086	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR13 508	AverageR20 085	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air China	CheapestR14 000	AverageR16 691	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Emirates	CheapestR15 922	AverageR18 972	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Air Tanzania	CheapestR16 427	AverageR18 721	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air Tanzania flights
KLM	CheapestR22 211	AverageR43 051	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Guangzhou Baiyun are usually found in February or March, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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