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Cheap flights from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 045

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 25/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Sep 14 — Sep 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 15 August 2026.

Wed 7/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sat 24/109:45 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 12/8R12 334
Mon 23/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Mon 30/119:50 -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 10/8R12 690
Sun 25/1018:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Thu 29/109:50 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 11/8R12 755
Mon 16/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Fri 27/119:50 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 10/8R12 836
Mon 16/1115:30 -
2 stops22h 50m
Fri 27/119:50 -
2 stops26h 15m
Deal found 10/8R13 127
Sun 25/109:05 -
2 stops29h 15m
Thu 29/109:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 10/8R13 386
Wed 7/1013:00 -
2 stops25h 20m
Sat 24/109:45 -
2 stops42h 50m
Deal found 12/8R13 661
Wed 7/1011:20 -
2 stops27h 00m
Sat 24/109:45 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 12/8R14 114
Mon 7/90:35 -
1 stop38h 35m
Tue 15/920:55 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 10/8R14 859
Wed 16/91:50 -
1 stop37h 20m
Sun 20/914:05 -
1 stop19h 05m
Deal found 11/8R14 956
Tue 8/98:30 -
2 stops29h 50m
Tue 15/920:55 -
1 stop37h 25m
Deal found 10/8R15 539
Mon 16/1123:35 -
1 stop22h 00m
Fri 27/119:25 -
3 stops30h 20m
Deal found 10/8R15 571

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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 334

One-way from

R8 045

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 616

Good round-trip deal

R20 804 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/10-24/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • China to Johannesburg
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25/10
  • 25/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 30m 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 498 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 15 August 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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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R12 755

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/11

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

R13 127

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

9:05-8:20

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:50-22:30

2 stops30h 40m

R13 515

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 7/10

13:00-8:20

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

9:45-10:35

2 stops42h 50m

R13 661

ChongqingJohannesburg

CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CKGJNB

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 16/9

1:50-9:10

1 stop37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

14:05-15:10

1 stop19h 05m

R14 956

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 25/10

18:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

9:25-21:45

3 stops30h 20m

R16 073

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX Shenzhen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 13/9

0:45-5:30

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

10:05-22:40

1 stop30h 35m

R16 623

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK Beijing Capital - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Fri 4/9

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

R17 368

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 29/1

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/2

9:50-9:15

1 stop17h 25m

R17 449

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/11

18:10-18:10

3 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

18:35-14:40

3 stops38h 05m

R17 611

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 803). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 202). 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

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 15 August 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
1 453 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

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
1 453 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

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
3 739 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

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
160 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

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
1 505 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

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
1 453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

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 Etihad Airways, China Eastern, and Qatar Airways fly from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 20h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11779 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 529. China Eastern flights start at R4 702 while deals on Emirates start at R4 824 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 803). Flying from China to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 202). 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

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 15 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestR7 286AverageR14 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 556AverageR13 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 152AverageR18 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 784AverageR13 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 720AverageR18 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 703AverageR18 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 474AverageR16 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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