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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R6 668

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Jan 18 — Jan 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from China to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2025.

Sun 28/129:30PVG - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 20/311:00JNB - PVG
1 stop30h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12R13 470
Sun 28/1214:00SHA - JNB
2 stops23h 40mAir China
Fri 20/310:10JNB - SHA
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 18/12R14 660
Sun 28/127:45SHA - JNB
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/310:10JNB - SHA
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R14 693
Wed 31/1221:10PVG - JNB
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/310:10JNB - PVG
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R14 777
Sun 28/1216:10PVG - JNB
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Fri 20/310:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Deal found 18/12R14 995
Wed 31/1221:30SHA - JNB
2 stops40h 10mAir China
Fri 20/310:10JNB - SHA
1 stop22h 00mAir China
Deal found 18/12R15 263
Wed 31/1221:10PVG - JNB
2 stops40h 30mAir China
Fri 20/310:10JNB - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Deal found 17/12R15 413
Tue 30/1219:30PEK - JNB
1 stop17h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 29/111:00JNB - PEK
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/12R15 665
Mon 22/1213:45SZX - JNB
2 stops24h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 17/19:50JNB - SZX
2 stops26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/12R15 799
Sat 27/127:00PEK - JNB
2 stops31h 20mChina Eastern
Sun 1/39:50JNB - PEK
2 stops26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/12R15 883
Wed 31/1216:30SHA - JNB
2 stops45h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/310:10JNB - SHA
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R16 067
Sun 28/127:20PVG - JNB
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/311:00JNB - PVG
3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R16 100

Find flight deals from China to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 19 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 565

One-way from

R6 668

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 474
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 22/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 30m total
  • China to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • China to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (R85 895 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R14 862 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to South Africa 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 19 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 22/1

13:30-18:35

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:55-0:20

1 stop22h 25m

R12 565

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

18:10-15:25

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

R13 286

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/2

22:30-7:25

1 stop38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

11:00-15:20

1 stop22h 20m

R13 470

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 487

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/1

8:30-7:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

11:00-16:15

1 stop23h 15m

R13 487

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

21:10-7:40

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:10-21:00

1 stop28h 50m

R14 777

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:10-21:00

1 stop28h 50m

R14 995

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Wed 21/1

6:50-20:35

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

10:25-22:30

1 stop30h 05m

R14 995

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-16:15

1 stop35h 15m

R15 062

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/3

16:40-18:35

1 stop31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

13:40-14:50

1 stop19h 10m

R15 212

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Best time to book a flight from China to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from China with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R6 769). Flying from China to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 755). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from China to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from China to South Africa at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from China to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their China to South Africa flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from China to South Africa delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between China and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 413 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to South Africa 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 South Africa 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 19 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from China to South Africa 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
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 096 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 686 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
912 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Air China
7,1
Good
130 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from China to South Africa in 27h 15m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance from China to South Africa is about 11779 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 388. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from China to South Africa for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from China to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R6 769). Flying from China to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 755). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from China to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from China to South Africa. 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 19 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR6 771AverageR12 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR8 007AverageR14 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 378AverageR14 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 640AverageR16 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 762AverageR16 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 220AverageR17 093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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