What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

May is currently the cheapest month to fly to China . At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to China?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

Sanya Phoenix Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Sanya Phoenix Intl typically cost R1 072, while return flights cost around R3 466.

How much is a return flight to China?

A return flight to China will typically cost around R901, however they can be found for as little as R556.

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to China, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 35 minutes).

Does Shanghai Pu Dong have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Pu Dong can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?

Yes. Shanghai Pu Dong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dazhong Airport Hotel South Building is the closest property to Shanghai Pu Dong (0,0 km away from Shanghai Pu Dong).

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Return from	R12 253
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Average price	R16 720

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Johannesburg to Guangzhou

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Fri 30/519:50JNB - PEK

1 stop29h 25mSingapore Airlines

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1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 27/4R12 494

Fri 6/619:50JNB - PVG

1 stop20h 55mSingapore Airlines

Fri 27/60:35PVG - JNB

1 stop24h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 28/4R12 512

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1 stop34h 20mSingapore Airlines

Tue 27/513:25CAN - JNB

1 stop35h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 29/4R12 605

Mon 12/510:10JNB - PVG

2 stops42h 05mAir China

Mon 19/518:50PVG - JNB

2 stops42h 50mAir China

Deal found 29/4R13 532

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Wed 28/50:35PVG - JNB

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Deal found 29/4R12 215

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1 stop35h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 29/4R12 605

Sat 7/611:20JNB - PEK

1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific

Thu 12/610:00PEK - JNB

1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 29/4R13 494

Mon 12/510:10JNB - PVG

2 stops42h 05mAir China

Mon 19/518:50PVG - JNB

2 stops42h 50mAir China

Deal found 29/4R13 532

Wed 14/521:45JNB - CAN

1 stop35h 45mEgyptair

Sat 24/523:20CAN - JNB

1 stop37h 50mEgyptair

Deal found 29/4R14 032

Sat 7/622:20JNB - PEK

1 stop35h 05mEmirates

Wed 11/60:40PEK - JNB

1 stop26h 10mEmirates

Deal found 29/4R14 829

Sun 1/69:05JNB - CAN

3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 7/61:35CAN - JNB

1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/4R15 200

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Mon 12/510:10JNB - CAN

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Deal found 29/4R16 627

Mon 12/510:10JNB - PVG

2 stops42h 05mAir China

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2 stops42h 50mAir China

Deal found 29/4R13 532

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Mon 19/519:25SHA - JNB

2 stops42h 15mAir China

Deal found 29/4R13 532

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1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air

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Deal found 28/4R15 144

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Thu 22/5

13:55-16:20

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-16:10

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Sun 1/6

13:55-14:05

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R12 253

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JNB - PEK

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1 stop29h 25m

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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R12 512

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Guangzhou Baiyun

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R12 605

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JNB - PVG

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Mon 12/5

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2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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18:50-7:40

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R13 532

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19:25-7:40

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R13 532

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JNB - PEK

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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1 stop17h 30m

Beijing Capital

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R13 550

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Best time to book a flight to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight to China

How long is the flight to China?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to China takes 23 hours 0 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to China?

Users looking for the lowest fares to China should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Air China.

Qatar Airways

From R644

Singapore Airlines

From R494

Air China

From R400

Emirates

From R831

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Air China, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in China by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chengdu.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Austrian Airlines to China. 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

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Emirates

8,0

Very Good

3 213 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Austrian Airlines

7,6

Good

780 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 588 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

852 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 292 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

FAQs about flying to China

What is good to know if travelling to China?

For some serious shopping therapy and a vibrant nightlife scene, pay a visit to Hong Kong Island, a mere bus ride away from the central city lands you in this destination with its unusual mix of Western and Asian cultures.
Make sure you get around to seeing Beijing, China’s capital which is home to some all-star attractions such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, parts of the Great Wall of China, and the lovely Summer Palace.
History buffs have to make their way to Xi’an, the ancient imperial capital of China. On show here are sites such as the Goose Pagodas, the Bell and Drum Towers, Ming City Walls, and the famed Terra Cotta Warriors!

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to China?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?
Sanya Phoenix Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Sanya Phoenix Intl typically cost R1 072, while return flights cost around R3 466.
How much is a return flight to China?
A return flight to China will typically cost around R901, however they can be found for as little as R556.
Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to China, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 35 minutes).
Does Shanghai Pu Dong have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Pu Dong can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?
Yes. Shanghai Pu Dong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dazhong Airport Hotel South Building is the closest property to Shanghai Pu Dong (0,0 km away from Shanghai Pu Dong).

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

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Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to China in the last few years. This data was updated on 29 April 2025.

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chengdu.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Austrian Airlines to China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to China

What is good to know if travelling to China?

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to China?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

How much is a return flight to China?

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

Does Shanghai Pu Dong have car hire?

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