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Cheap flights from Shenzhen to South Africa from R9 046

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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SZX — JNB
May 24 — May 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Shenzhen to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shenzhen to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2026.

Mon 22/621:40
SZX
-
JNB
2 stops40h 40m
China Eastern
Fri 10/79:50
JNB
-
SZX
2 stops25h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4R13 891
Mon 29/62:05
SZX
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 4/720:25
JNB
-
SZX
1 stop22h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/4R15 148
Thu 7/50:45
SZX
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Emirates
Tue 12/522:20
JNB
-
SZX
1 stop18h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 20/4R15 181
Tue 30/619:50
SZX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 4/79:50
JNB
-
SZX
2 stops43h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/4R15 198
Sun 21/60:45
SZX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Emirates
Fri 10/719:10
JNB
-
SZX
1 stop21h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 19/4R15 760
Tue 30/619:50
SZX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 3/79:50
JNB
-
SZX
2 stops32h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/4R15 859
Mon 6/719:50
SZX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 28/89:50
JNB
-
SZX
2 stops32h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/4R15 893
Fri 5/60:45
SZX
-
JNB
1 stop39h 30m
Emirates
Sat 13/619:10
JNB
-
SZX
1 stop21h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 22/4R15 992
Mon 29/60:45
SZX
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Emirates
Fri 3/722:20
JNB
-
SZX
1 stop18h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 22/4R16 008
Fri 23/100:45
SZX
-
CPT
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1017:25
CPT
-
SZX
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4R18 290
Tue 2/60:45
SZX
-
CPT
2 stops49h 10m
Emirates
Wed 10/69:00
CPT
-
SZX
2 stops55h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 19/4R19 283
Thu 4/60:45
SZX
-
CPT
1 stop40h 45m
Emirates
Fri 12/615:20
CPT
-
SZX
2 stops25h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 21/4R20 176

Find flight deals from Shenzhen to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shenzhen to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 891

One-way from

R9 046

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 264
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 22/6-10/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 20m total
  • Shenzhen to South Africa
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 10/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • Shenzhen to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R28 087 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 898 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shenzhen 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 24 April 2026.
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ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 22/6

21:40-8:20

2 stops40h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

9:50-17:30

2 stops25h 40m

R13 891

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 29/6

2:05-19:20

1 stop23h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

20:25-1:00

1 stop22h 35m

R15 148

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Tue 30/6

19:50-8:20

2 stops42h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

9:50-11:45

2 stops43h 55m

R15 198

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 7/5

0:45-20:35

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:10-22:40

1 stop21h 30m

R15 231
Fastest return journey

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 21/6

0:45-16:15

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

19:10-22:40

1 stop21h 30m

R15 760

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Tue 30/6

19:50-8:20

2 stops42h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

9:50-0:10

2 stops32h 20m

R15 859

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 29/6

0:45-5:30

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

22:20-22:40

1 stop18h 20m

R16 008

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Mon 29/6

0:45-10:15

1 stop39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

19:10-22:40

1 stop21h 30m

R16 025

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX - CPT

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

Tue 2/6

0:45-14:35

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

9:00-22:40

2 stops31h 40m

R19 283

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX - CPT

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

Thu 4/6

0:45-11:30

1 stop40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

15:20-22:40

2 stops25h 20m

R20 176

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shenzhen to South Africa

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

Find hourly flight availability from Shenzhen 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 24 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Shenzhen to South Africa as you normally would.

How often are flights from Shenzhen to South Africa delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Shenzhen and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 424 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen 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 24 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines and Air China from Shenzhen to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
1 502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

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 Shenzhen to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Shenzhen to South Africa?

    Located just 26,7 km from the city centre, Shenzhen (SZX) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Shenzhen.

  • How long is the flight from Shenzhen to South Africa?

    Airlines like China Eastern, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates fly from Shenzhen to South Africa in about 23h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10675 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 Shenzhen 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 627. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Shenzhen to South Africa for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shenzhen to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shenzhen to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shenzhen to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shenzhen to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shenzhen to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shenzhen 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.

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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR6 684AverageR11 962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR7 903AverageR14 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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