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Cheap flights from Shenzhen to South Africa from R13 114

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 18/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SZX — JNB
Dec 28 — Jan 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Shenzhen to South Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Shenzhen to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 November 2025.

Sun 1/22:20SZX - JNB
1 stop22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 16/219:55JNB - SZX
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/11R14 383
Sun 1/20:30SZX - JNB
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/210:10JNB - SZX
Nonstop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11R19 749
Wed 4/30:45SZX - CPT
2 stops43h 50mEmirates
Mon 9/39:00CPT - SZX
2 stops31h 00mEmirates
Deal found 25/11R21 069
Sun 1/20:10SZX - JNB
Nonstop13h 30mAir China
Mon 16/210:10JNB - SZX
Nonstop13h 15mAir China
Deal found 26/11R21 309
Thu 5/312:10SZX - CPT
2 stops28h 20mXiamenAir
Mon 9/312:35CPT - SZX
2 stops25h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/11R24 326
Sun 1/20:45SZX - JNB
3 stops25h 40mEmirates
Mon 16/222:20JNB - SZX
1 stop17h 40mEmirates
Deal found 26/11R23 931
Fri 9/10:45SZX - JNB
3 stops39h 50mEmirates
Sat 17/113:25JNB - SZX
1 stop26h 35mEmirates
Deal found 26/11R25 491

Cheap 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 28 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 383

One-way from

R13 114

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 280

Good round-trip deal

R14 772 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Shenzhen to South Africa
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 18/12
  • Nonstop
  • 13h 30m total
  • Shenzhen to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R22 389 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 405 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Shenzhen to South Africa.
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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 28 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shenzhen to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Shenzhen

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 1/2

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:55-1:15

1 stop23h 20m

R14 383

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 1/2

0:30-9:30

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

10:10-5:25

Nonstop13h 15m

R19 749

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX - CPT

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

Wed 4/3

0:45-14:35

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

9:00-22:00

2 stops31h 00m

R21 069

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 1/2

0:10-7:40

Nonstop13h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

10:10-5:25

Nonstop13h 15m

R21 309

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Sun 1/2

0:45-20:25

3 stops25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

22:20-22:00

1 stop17h 40m

R23 931

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX - CPT

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

Thu 5/3

12:10-10:30

2 stops28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

12:35-19:55

2 stops25h 20m

R24 326

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Fri 9/1

0:45-10:35

3 stops39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

13:25-22:00

1 stop26h 35m

R25 491

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 18/12

0:10-7:40

Nonstop13h 30m

R13 114

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Fri 19/12

11:15-8:20

2 stops51h 05m

R13 217

ShenzhenJohannesburg

SZX - JNB

SZXJNB

Shenzhen

Thu 18/12

2:20-18:35

1 stop22h 15m

R17 674

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Deals found on 25/11

Best time to book a flight from Shenzhen to South Africa

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shenzhen to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shenzhen to South Africa (average of R6 926). Flying from Shenzhen to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R14 623). 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 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 413 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 28 November 2025.
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
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 411 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
7,2
Good
126 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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 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 Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Air China fly from Shenzhen to South Africa in about 13h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 30h 20m. 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 flights from Shenzhen to South Africa?

    While on average a flight from Shenzhen to South Africa is generally R14 861, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R9 900. When looking at the most popular route, (Shenzhen - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay R24 171 for that flight.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shenzhen to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shenzhen to South Africa (average of R6 926). Flying from Shenzhen to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R14 623). 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 2 airlines flying from Shenzhen to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Shenzhen 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 28 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR6 929AverageR11 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR8 169AverageR14 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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