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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R6 516

SHA — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from China to South Africa

Thu 12/110:15 -
1 stop34h 00m
Mon 23/1116:40 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 26/10R10 987
Thu 5/1117:00 -
1 stop20h 40m
Mon 9/1110:10 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 28/10R12 101
Mon 2/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Sun 8/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 25/10R12 948
Thu 5/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 26/10R13 563
Thu 12/1118:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Mon 16/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 28/10R13 580
Mon 2/1117:00 -
2 stops44h 40m
Sun 8/1119:40 -
1 stop35h 00m
Deal found 25/10R13 613
Fri 6/1119:45 -
1 stop18h 40m
Tue 10/119:50 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 28/10R13 646
Mon 2/117:45 -
3 stops30h 40m
Sun 8/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 25m
Deal found 25/10R13 779
Mon 2/1119:45 -
1 stop18h 40m
Sun 8/119:50 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 25/10R13 796
Thu 5/1119:45 -
1 stop18h 40m
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 26/10R13 929
Thu 5/119:30 -
3 stops28h 55m
Mon 9/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 20m
Deal found 28/10R14 079
Mon 9/117:20 -
2 stops31h 05m
Sat 21/119:50 -
2 stops42h 00m
Deal found 25/10R14 261

Find flight deals from China to South Africa

Round-trip from

R10 987

One-way from

R6 516

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R25 697

Good one-way deal

R12 218 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 12/11-23/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 10m total
  • China to South Africa
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11/11-31/12
  • 11/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • China to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R35 195 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 601 potential savings vs. average return price).
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GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 11/11

10:10-8:25

3 stops28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 931

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/11

5:55-8:25

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 081

BeijingJohannesburg

PEK Beijing Capital - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PEKJNB

Beijing Capital

Sat 21/11

3:25-8:25

3 stops59h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 164

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

22:30-8:25

3 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 297

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX Shenzhen - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 26/11

3:15-8:25

2 stops35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 463

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 16/11

5:55-8:25

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 513

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/12

16:55-7:40

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 679

BeijingJohannesburg

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PKXJNB

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sat 7/11

19:45-8:25

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 696

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

6:45-7:40

2 stops30h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 829

BeijingJohannesburg

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PKXJNB

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 21/1

19:45-8:25

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-6:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 161

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R14 444). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 880). 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 247 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

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
1 533 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

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
1 533 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 533 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

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
167 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

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
7,3
Good
3 715 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

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
1 549 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

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
247 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 533 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,3

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 10m. Fly via TAAG, Etihad Airways, or China Eastern 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 651. 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 R14 444). Flying from China to South Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of R25 880). 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 482AverageR15 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 814AverageR13 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 425AverageR18 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 045AverageR18 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 279AverageR13 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 281AverageR20 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR14 409AverageR19 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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