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Cheap flights from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 478

SHA — JNB
Sep 20 — Sep 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from China to OR Tambo

Thu 15/100:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Mon 26/1016:40 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 21/8R10 863
Fri 16/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 50m
Sat 24/109:45 -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 21/8R12 250
Mon 9/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Sat 14/119:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 18/8R12 491
Thu 5/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 17/8R12 717
Mon 9/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Sat 14/119:50 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 18/8R12 894
Mon 9/1119:20 -
2 stops43h 00m
Sat 14/119:50 -
2 stops29h 30m
Deal found 18/8R12 910
Wed 4/111:10 -
1 stop20h 25m
Mon 9/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 18/8R13 184
Sat 14/1119:30 -
2 stops42h 50m
Sat 28/119:50 -
2 stops26h 10m
Deal found 18/8R13 200
Wed 4/110:45 -
1 stop36h 25m
Mon 9/1121:45 -
1 stop34h 55m
Deal found 20/8R14 909
Thu 24/1220:55 -
2 stops41h 25m
Sat 2/19:50 -
2 stops32h 35m
Deal found 21/8R15 376
Mon 21/1222:00 -
2 stops40h 20m
Mon 28/129:50 -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 21/8R15 392
Fri 16/109:20 -
2 stops40h 50m
Mon 26/1014:30 -
2 stops21h 20m
Deal found 21/8R15 521

Find flight deals from China to OR Tambo

Round-trip from

R10 863

One-way from

R8 478

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 554

Good round-trip deal

R20 717 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 15/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • China to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • China to Johannesburg
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 420 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R12 717

ChongqingJohannesburg

CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CKGJNB

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 4/11

1:10-15:35

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

20:20-14:35

1 stop36h 15m

R13 200

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 21/12

22:00-8:20

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/12

9:50-18:20

2 stops26h 30m

R15 392

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/11

18:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

18:35-21:45

3 stops45h 10m

R15 538

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/11

18:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

9:25-21:45

3 stops30h 20m

R15 924

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/11

20:30-7:40

2 stops41h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

10:20-10:25

1 stop18h 05m

R16 360

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK Beijing Capital - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Mon 16/11

6:50-20:35

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

13:25-22:30

1 stop27h 05m

R16 456

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK Beijing Capital - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Tue 17/11

6:50-5:35

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

22:20-22:30

1 stop18h 10m

R16 456

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK Beijing Capital - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/11

6:50-16:35

1 stop39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

13:25-22:30

1 stop27h 05m

R16 456

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 17/12

13:30-7:40

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/1

10:10-15:00

2 stops22h 50m

R16 746

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 749). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 095). 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 16% of weekly flights between China and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 321 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?

Wednesday 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 16% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Qatar Airways, andAir China 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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 737 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Air China
7,4
Good
161 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 506 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
China Eastern
7,3
Good
232 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 455 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like TAAG, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways fly from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 20h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 55m. 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 510. China Eastern flights start at R4 682 while deals on Emirates start at R4 804 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 Dongying - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 749). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 095). 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?

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Top 7 airlines flying from China to OR Tambo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestR7 256AverageR14 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 516AverageR13 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 109AverageR17 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 738AverageR13 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 670AverageR18 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 650AverageR18 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 418AverageR16 241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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