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Cheap flights from China to South Africa from R7 104

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — JNB
Dec 6 — Dec 131
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 6 November 2025.

Thu 13/118:30PEK - JNB
2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Mon 17/119:50JNB - PEK
2 stops26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/11R12 654
Tue 18/1114:00PVG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 22/119:50JNB - PVG
1 stop21h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11R12 968
Wed 26/1123:30PVG - JNB
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/1214:30JNB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11R13 143
Mon 17/1113:45SZX - JNB
2 stops24h 35mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/119:50JNB - SZX
2 stops27h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11R13 876
Tue 18/1113:35SHA - JNB
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 22/1111:20JNB - SHA
1 stop19h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/11R13 911
Thu 20/118:50PEK - CPT
1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 25/1117:15CPT - PEK
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11R14 347
Wed 24/120:10PEK - JNB
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/128:20JNB - PEK
1 stop26h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11R14 609
Thu 13/1118:30PEK - JNB
1 stop19h 10mAir China
Mon 17/1110:10JNB - PEK
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 4/11R14 836
Sun 21/1218:30PEK - JNB
1 stop19h 10mAir China
Wed 31/1210:10JNB - PEK
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 5/11R15 168
Mon 1/1211:30SZX - JNB
2 stops26h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/129:50JNB - SZX
2 stops27h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11R15 185
Wed 26/1110:10PVG - JNB
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sat 6/1219:10JNB - PVG
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11R15 220
Mon 22/1221:00PEK - JNB
1 stop40h 40mAir China
Wed 31/1210:10JNB - PEK
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 5/11R15 325

Cheap 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 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 712

One-way from

R7 104

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R18 868

Good round-trip deal

R15 040 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 6/2-28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 45m total
  • China to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • China to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (R69 371 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R14 846 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 6 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Return

Price

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 15/1

13:30-18:35

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

R12 096

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/11

14:00-8:20

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

9:50-12:50

1 stop21h 00m

R12 986

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 13/1

1:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:50-9:25

1 stop31h 35m

R12 986

GuangzhouJohannesburg

CAN - JNB

CANJNB

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 30/1

1:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop34h 15m

R13 859

ShanghaiJohannesburg

SHA - JNB

SHAJNB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/11

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

11:20-12:20

1 stop19h 00m

R13 911

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/2

13:45-7:25

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

11:00-13:30

1 stop20h 30m

R13 911

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/2

13:45-7:25

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

11:00-11:35

1 stop18h 35m

R13 928

ShanghaiJohannesburg

PVG - JNB

PVGJNB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

13:45-7:25

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

11:00-11:35

1 stop18h 35m

R14 906

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/2

9:55-11:50

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

17:15-8:15

1 stop33h 00m

R15 255

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/1

10:10-11:50

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

17:15-8:30

1 stop33h 15m

R15 255

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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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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 R7 052). Flying from China to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 335). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from China to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from China to South Africa at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from China to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their China to South Africa flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 6 November 2025.
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
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 055 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
889 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Air China
7,1
Good
122 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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 23h 50m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance from China to South Africa is about 11739 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 R7 104. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to South Africa (average of R7 052). Flying from China to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 335). 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 6 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR7 054AverageR14 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR8 318AverageR15 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 728AverageR14 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 168AverageR17 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 295AverageR16 357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 268AverageR18 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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