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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R6 493

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
mar. 31 — abr. 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 marzo 2026.

sáb. 23/511:30
PEK
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
China Eastern
sáb. 30/59:50
JNB
-
PEK
2 stops32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/3R10 567
mar. 3/314:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
China Eastern
mié. 11/39:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/2R11 570
jue. 16/42:05
SZX
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Singapore Airlines
vie. 8/519:50
JNB
-
SZX
1 stop23h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/2R11 665
lun. 6/70:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
vie. 24/719:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R11 904
mié. 29/40:20
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
mar. 5/522:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop34h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 031
mar. 3/314:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Etihad Airways
mié. 11/39:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/2R12 047
mar. 3/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Ethiopian Air
mar. 10/38:20
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop25h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 191
mié. 4/323:30
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
mié. 11/323:00
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop35h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 206
mar. 10/314:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Etihad Airways
mié. 18/39:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/2R12 254
mié. 29/40:20
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
mié. 6/514:30
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 413
sáb. 2/515:00
PVG
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Etihad Airways
lun. 1/69:50
JNB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/2R12 429
vie. 22/50:05
PEK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Singapore Airlines
sáb. 30/519:50
JNB
-
PEK
1 stop21h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/3R12 445

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 1 marzo 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 567

One-way from

R6 493

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 562

Good one-way deal

R12 970 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/5-30/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 50m total
  • China to South Africa
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18/3
  • 18/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 55m total
  • China to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (R72 267 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R11 715 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 marzo 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

vie. 22/5

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 30/5

19:50-14:40

1 stop36h 50m

R11 825

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK - JNB

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

lun. 6/7

0:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 24/7

19:50-23:00

1 stop21h 10m

R11 936

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

sáb. 11/4

7:15-8:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 18/4

9:50-18:25

2 stops26h 35m

R13 114

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 29/3

7:20-7:45

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 5/4

11:20-16:25

1 stop23h 05m

R13 114

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 13/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 18/5

14:45-22:35

1 stop25h 50m

R13 400

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 29/4

21:00-8:20

2 stops41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 29/5

9:50-16:15

2 stops24h 25m

R13 416

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 30/4

12:50-8:20

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 30/5

9:50-15:05

2 stops23h 15m

R13 527

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 1/5

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 6/5

9:50-13:00

1 stop21h 10m

R13 893

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

jue. 26/3

12:45-8:20

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 2/4

13:30-1:20

2 stops29h 50m

R14 100

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 28/3

7:10-7:55

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 2/4

11:10-20:15

1 stop27h 05m

R14 116

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Best time to book a flight from China to South Africa

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R3 103). Flying from China to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 145). 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 423 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 Wednesday 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 1 marzo 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
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
1 465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
1 180 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
3 745 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
7,2
Good
139 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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 18h 25m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Egyptair, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance from China to South Africa is about 10664 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 453. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R3 103). Flying from China to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 145). 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 1 marzo 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 097AverageR13 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR6 432AverageR12 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR7 606AverageR13 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 943AverageR13 843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 980AverageR15 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 275AverageR16 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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