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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R9 750

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
jun 4 — jun 111
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 5 maio 2026.

qua 1/715:00
PVG
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JNB
1 stop23h 20m
China Eastern
sáb 29/89:50
JNB
-
PVG
2 stops42h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/5R13 624
qui 9/718:00
PVG
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JNB
2 stops44h 20m
China Eastern
sáb 1/89:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/5R13 724
qui 18/618:40
PVG
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JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
qui 25/612:40
JNB
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PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R13 974
sex 20/1119:30
PEK
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JNB
2 stops42h 50m
China Eastern
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JNB
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PEK
2 stops32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/4R14 292
qui 18/619:30
PEK
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JNB
2 stops42h 50m
China Eastern
qui 25/69:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/5R14 408
qui 13/80:05
PEK
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JNB
1 stop25h 15m
Singapore Airlines
sex 28/820:25
JNB
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PEK
1 stop28h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5R15 009
qua 1/715:00
PVG
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JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
sáb 29/812:40
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R15 260
qui 18/618:00
PVG
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JNB
2 stops44h 20m
China Eastern
qui 25/69:50
JNB
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PVG
1 stop21h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/5R15 277
dom 14/61:35
CAN
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JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
ter 16/612:40
JNB
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CAN
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R15 611
seg 7/918:40
PVG
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JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
sex 11/920:55
JNB
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PVG
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R15 661
sex 20/116:50
PEK
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JNB
1 stop39h 45m
Emirates
seg 23/1118:50
JNB
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PEK
1 stop21h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5R15 878
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PEK
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JNB
1 stop36h 40m
Egyptair
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JNB
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PEK
1 stop35h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 3/5R15 928

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 5 maio 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 624

One-way from

R9 750

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R16 429
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/7-29/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • China to South Africa
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • China to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 851 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 206 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 5 maio 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to South Africa that are best for you.

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ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

qui 9/7

18:00-8:20

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb 1/8

9:50-10:05

2 stops42h 15m

R13 857

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

qui 18/6

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 25/6

12:40-22:35

1 stop27h 55m

R13 974

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

qui 18/6

19:30-8:20

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 25/6

9:50-21:50

2 stops30h 00m

R14 408

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

qui 13/8

0:05-19:20

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 28/8

20:25-7:15

1 stop28h 50m

R15 009

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

qui 18/6

18:00-8:20

2 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 25/6

9:50-10:05

2 stops42h 15m

R15 410

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

dom 14/6

1:35-4:00

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ter 16/6

12:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

R15 611

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

seg 7/9

18:40-9:00

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 11/9

12:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

R15 661

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

ter 16/6

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ter 23/6

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

R15 878
Fastest return journey

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

ter 23/6

7:25-20:35

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ter 30/6

19:10-22:20

1 stop21h 10m

R16 696

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

qui 18/6

7:25-10:15

1 stop32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 25/6

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

R17 514

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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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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R3 256). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R11 553). 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 16% of weekly flights between China and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 400 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 16% 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 5 maio 2026.
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
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 313 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Air China
7,3
Good
148 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 20m. Fly via China Eastern, Qatar Airways, or Singapore Airlines 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 671. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Ethiopian Air, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R3 256). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R11 553). 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 5 maio 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 248AverageR14 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR6 608AverageR13 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR7 979AverageR14 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 333AverageR16 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 089AverageR16 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 957AverageR16 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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