Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

JNB — CAN
Oct 24 — Oct 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 385
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 799 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Guangzhou from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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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 79 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (average of R13 540). Flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 509). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Guangzhou

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.

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

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

    Currently priced at R10 120, TAAG will fly you from Johannesburg to Guangzhou and back. In addition to TAAG, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 426 and R10 543, respectively. TAAG is 36% 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 556 on TAAG. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R6 701 and Qatar Airways from R6 742 one-way.

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

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or Gold Souq. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R566 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (average of R13 540). Flying from Johannesburg to Guangzhou in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 509). 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 Johannesburg to Guangzhou

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR10 120AverageR11 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 426AverageR12 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 543AverageR15 792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 646AverageR10 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 986AverageR14 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 017AverageR15 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapestR12 384AverageR14 496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 927AverageR15 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 989AverageR16 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 739AverageR14 769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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