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Cheap flights from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 096

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Aug 27 — Sep 31
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 28 July 2026.

Mon 7/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 18/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/7R12 562
Wed 4/1114:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/7R12 947
Mon 31/822:00
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 20m
China Eastern
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops23h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/7R13 650
Wed 4/1114:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
China Eastern
Tue 10/119:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops23h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/7R13 767
Mon 19/1022:00
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 20m
China Eastern
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/7R14 218
Mon 7/919:05
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops43h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops41h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/7R14 352
Mon 7/128:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 18/19:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops24h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/7R14 419
Mon 7/1221:30
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 18/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/7R14 453
Mon 7/1218:00
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops44h 20m
China Eastern
Mon 18/19:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops42h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/7R15 088
Mon 31/822:00
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/914:05
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7R15 255
Thu 3/919:50
CKG
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
CKG
2 stops42h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7R15 573
Wed 2/91:50
CKG
-
JNB
1 stop37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/920:55
JNB
-
CKG
1 stop36h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R15 824

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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 562

One-way from

R8 096

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 798

Good round-trip deal

R21 500 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/12-18/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • China to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m 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 (R10 056 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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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 28 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

22:00-8:20

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

9:45-10:05

1 stop18h 20m

R14 218

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/9

19:05-8:20

2 stops43h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:45-9:10

2 stops41h 25m

R14 352

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Mon 7/12

8:30-8:20

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

9:50-15:50

2 stops24h 00m

R14 419

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/12

18:00-8:20

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

9:50-10:15

2 stops42h 25m

R15 088

ChongqingJohannesburg

CKG - JNB

CKGJNB

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Thu 3/9

19:50-8:15

2 stops42h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

9:45-10:00

2 stops42h 15m

R15 573

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 3/9

20:50-8:15

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

9:45-19:35

2 stops27h 50m

R16 042

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 8/9

10:20-10:15

2 stops29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

14:05-2:00

2 stops29h 55m

R16 861

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Mon 7/12

6:50-10:25

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

10:25-22:30

1 stop30h 05m

R17 029

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/12

21:30-7:40

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

10:10-10:25

1 stop18h 15m

R17 062

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

7:20-16:15

1 stop38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:30-22:20

1 stop26h 50m

R17 096

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 834). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R26 045). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from China to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 July 2026.

When flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from China to Johannesburg delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between China and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 317 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 15% 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 28 July 2026.
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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
1 431 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
3 744 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
157 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
1 492 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
229 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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

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, Etihad Airways, and Emirates fly from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 33h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11700 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 680. China Eastern flights start at R4 859 while deals on Emirates start at R4 986 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 834). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R26 045). 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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Edenvale
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Top 7 airlines flying from China to OR Tambo

Discover the top 7 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 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestR7 530AverageR15 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 876AverageR13 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 491AverageR18 630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 145AverageR13 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 112AverageR18 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 128AverageR18 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 925AverageR15 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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