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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R7 987

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Aug 22 — Aug 291
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 23 July 2026.

Sat 12/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7R12 522
Tue 15/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R12 703
Sun 13/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R12 769
Sat 12/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R12 867
Sat 12/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/129:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R12 900
Tue 15/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 31/129:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R13 245
Thu 17/1214:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 5/19:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/7R13 262
Mon 19/1022:00
PVG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 20m
China Eastern
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop18h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/7R13 968
Fri 4/98:55
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop40h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 11/920:25
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop20h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/7R14 346
Sun 13/1218:15
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
China Eastern
Thu 31/129:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops30h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/7R14 445
Wed 16/1215:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops22h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 3/19:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops26h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/7R14 806
Sun 13/1215:30
SHA
-
JNB
2 stops22h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 3/19:50
JNB
-
SHA
2 stops26h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/7R14 823

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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 522

One-way from

R7 987

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 910

Good round-trip deal

R21 514 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/12-1/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 05m total
  • China to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • China to South Africa
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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 773 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 23 July 2026.
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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

R13 985

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/12

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/1

9:50-15:00

2 stops23h 10m

R14 445

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 18/12

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

R14 806

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 18/12

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/1

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

R14 806

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 13/12

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

R14 823

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/12

10:40-8:20

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

9:50-9:25

2 stops41h 35m

R14 823

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/12

15:30-8:20

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

9:50-18:05

2 stops26h 15m

R14 823

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

R16 795

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 12/1

0:15-16:35

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/2

13:25-21:45

1 stop26h 20m

R16 795

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 12/1

0:55-15:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/3

20:20-14:25

1 stop36h 05m

R16 877

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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.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R13 590). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 603). 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 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 317 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?

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 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 23 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andAir China 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 425 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Air China
7,4
Good
156 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 486 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 20h 05m. Fly via Etihad Airways, China Eastern, or Emirates 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 598. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Emirates, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R13 590). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 603). 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 7 airlines flying from China to South Africa

Discover the top 7 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestR7 398AverageR14 908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 702AverageR13 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 307AverageR18 302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 949AverageR13 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 899AverageR17 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 897AverageR17 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 680AverageR14 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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