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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R7 957

SHA — JNB
Oct 13 — Oct 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from China to South Africa

Thu 5/1114:00 -
1 stop24h 20m
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 11/9R12 757
Fri 16/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 50m
Wed 21/109:45 -
2 stops42h 20m
Deal found 8/9R13 095
Tue 27/1010:40 -
2 stops27h 40m
Tue 3/119:50 -
2 stops24h 05m
Deal found 12/9R13 659
Fri 16/1019:25 -
1 stop18h 50m
Wed 21/1014:05 -
1 stop26h 35m
Deal found 8/9R14 497
Sat 24/1019:50 -
2 stops42h 30m
Sat 31/109:50 -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 9/9R14 577
Sat 14/1121:40 -
2 stops40h 40m
Tue 24/119:50 -
2 stops27h 30m
Deal found 9/9R14 932
Wed 21/1013:05 -
2 stops25h 15m
Wed 28/109:50 -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 10/9R15 012
Wed 4/110:45 -
1 stop36h 25m
Mon 9/1121:45 -
1 stop34h 55m
Deal found 9/9R15 157
Sun 25/1022:00 -
2 stops40h 20m
Sun 1/119:50 -
2 stops24h 20m
Deal found 10/9R15 415
Fri 11/1221:30 -
2 stops40h 50m
Fri 1/19:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 10/9R15 576
Fri 11/126:35 -
2 stops31h 05m
Fri 1/110:10 -
2 stops31h 10m
Deal found 10/9R16 285
Tue 15/912:25 -
2 stops25h 15m
Wed 21/1010:10 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 8/9R16 381

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Round-trip from

R12 757

One-way from

R7 957

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 171
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/11-9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • China to South Africa
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20/10-31/12
  • 20/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • China to South Africa
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High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 137 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 20/10

20:20-4:00

2 stops37h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 957

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 19/1

18:15-8:20

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 054

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 24/10

12:50-8:20

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 328

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX Shenzhen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Tue 20/10

20:55-4:00

2 stops37h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 682

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/12

21:00-8:20

2 stops41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 875

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/12

19:10-8:20

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 875

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX Shenzhen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 15/10

0:45-5:30

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 681

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX Shenzhen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 7/2

0:45-16:35

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 697

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX Shenzhen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 19/10

0:45-20:35

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 697

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX Shenzhen - CPT Cape Town Intl

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

Sat 7/11

13:05-16:45

3 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 697

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R12 741). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 079). 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 269 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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Air China, 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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
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Entertainment

7,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Air China
7,5
Good
164 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 535 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
China Eastern
7,3
Good
237 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 482 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

Related info for your journey

  • 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 Egyptair 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 507. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R12 741). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 079). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestR7 251AverageR14 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 532AverageR17 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 510AverageR13 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 102AverageR17 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 731AverageR13 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 663AverageR18 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 409AverageR19 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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