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Cheap flights from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 828

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 23/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
5月 14 — 5月 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from China to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 4月 2026.

週五 26/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
週三 26/89:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops23h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/4R11 908
週五 26/612:50
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
China Eastern
週三 26/89:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops25h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/4R11 941
週三 1/79:00
CAN
-
JNB
2 stops29h 20m
China Eastern
週三 15/79:50
JNB
-
CAN
2 stops31h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4R12 106
週三 1/77:15
SZX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 05m
China Eastern
週五 28/89:50
JNB
-
SZX
2 stops32h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/4R12 337
週二 30/61:20
CAN
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
週三 15/720:25
JNB
-
CAN
1 stop33h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R12 717
週日 12/77:15
SZX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 05m
China Eastern
週三 12/89:50
JNB
-
SZX
2 stops32h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4R12 948
週五 26/615:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
週三 26/89:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R12 981
週五 27/1118:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
China Eastern
週一 30/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/4R13 162
週二 16/60:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
週一 13/719:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/4R13 261
週五 26/619:10
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Singapore Airlines
週三 26/820:25
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R13 277
週二 26/516:35
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Singapore Airlines
週二 2/619:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/4R13 310
週二 26/50:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
週三 3/619:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/4R13 360

Find flight deals from China to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 14 4月 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 908

One-way from

R6 828

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 776
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 26/6-26/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • China to Johannesburg
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 24/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • China to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (R73 511 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R11 762 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to OR Tambo 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 14 4月 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

週五 26/6

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 26/8

9:50-15:15

2 stops23h 25m

R11 908

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

週三 1/7

7:15-8:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 28/8

9:50-0:10

2 stops32h 20m

R12 337

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

週二 16/6

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 13/7

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

R13 261

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

週二 26/5

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 3/6

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

R13 360

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

週三 3/6

19:30-10:30

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 17/6

12:40-14:15

1 stop19h 35m

R13 904

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

週日 7/6

0:35-4:00

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 10/6

12:40-16:55

1 stop22h 15m

R13 970

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

週日 31/5

1:35-4:00

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 5/6

12:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

R14 036

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

週一 8/6

19:30-10:30

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 10/6

12:40-14:15

1 stop19h 35m

R14 547

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

週五 22/5

1:35-4:00

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週六 30/5

12:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

R15 009

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

週一 25/5

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 1/6

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

R15 092

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Best time to book a flight from China to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 216). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 580). 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.

How often are flights from China to Johannesburg delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between China and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 436 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 14 4月 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 275 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air China
7,3
Good
146 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to OR Tambo. 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 China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like China Eastern, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 21h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10664 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 615. Emirates flights start at R4 916 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 069 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Most travellers choose Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Shanghai Pu Dong - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Guangzhou Baiyun - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to OR Tambo 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 China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 216). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 580). 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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Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Book flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Sandton
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Edenvale
Middelburg

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Top 6 airlines flying from China to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from China to OR Tambo. 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 14 4月 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 209AverageR13 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR6 666AverageR13 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR7 882AverageR14 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 232AverageR14 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 945AverageR16 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 050AverageR16 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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