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Cheap flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 488

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 16/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAN — JNB
Aug 20 — Aug 271
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Guangzhou to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Guangzhou (CAN) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 654

One-way from

R9 488

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 417
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/8-2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 15m total
  • Guangzhou to Johannesburg
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16/12
  • 16/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 45m total
  • Guangzhou to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R43 898 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 055 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Guangzhou to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guangzhou to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Fri 29/819:30CAN - JNB
1 stop26h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 2/913:55JNB - CAN
1 stop19h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/8R15 654
Fri 29/810:10CAN - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/911:20JNB - CAN
1 stop27h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/8R15 883
Thu 28/80:15CAN - JNB
1 stop35h 15mEmirates
Tue 2/922:20JNB - CAN
1 stop17h 40mEmirates
Deal found 14/8R17 113

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Guangzhou 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 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Guangzhou

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 29/8

19:30-16:10

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

13:55-15:30

1 stop19h 35m

R15 654

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 29/8

10:10-7:40

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

11:20-21:05

1 stop27h 45m

R15 883

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 28/8

0:15-5:30

1 stop35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

22:20-22:00

1 stop17h 40m

R17 113

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 16/12

5:55-7:40

2 stops31h 45m

R9 488

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 13/12

2:50-7:40

2 stops34h 50m

R9 540

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 14/12

0:55-14:20

2 stops43h 25m

R11 613

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 15/12

20:40-7:40

2 stops41h 00m

R13 458

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 10/12

0:55-14:20

2 stops43h 25m

R14 776

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 14/12

20:55-7:40

3 stops64h 45m

R15 268

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Deals found on 13/8

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 CAN to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Guangzhou 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 15 August 2025.

When flying from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R14 435.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 07m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 53m.

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 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
968 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 608 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Air China
7,3
Good
94 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
827 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guangzhou to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Guangzhou, you will be flying from Baiyun, which is the city’s only airport. Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is located 29,8 km from the centre of Guangzhou. There are 0 flights from Baiyun to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Singapore Airlines, at R11 113, was found to be the cheapest airline from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Ethiopian Air. Singapore Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 5 airlines flying from Guangzhou to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Guangzhou 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 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 113AverageR13 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 544AverageR18 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 963AverageR16 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 255AverageR17 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 469AverageR18 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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