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Cheap flights from China to Cape Town from R11 520

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CPT
May 22 — May 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from China to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Thu 4/619:30
CAN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
CAN
1 stop36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R13 161
Mon 1/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R14 490
Sun 31/50:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R15 114
Wed 3/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R15 130
Thu 4/615:15
CAN
-
CPT
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
CAN
1 stop36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R15 147
Sun 31/50:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R15 623
Mon 1/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/69:00
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4R16 312
Tue 2/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 673
Tue 2/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 689
Tue 2/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 198
Sun 31/50:35
PVG
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/69:00
CPT
-
PVG
2 stops25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 707
Tue 2/60:35
PVG
-
CPT
2 stops42h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/619:30
CPT
-
PVG
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 756

Find flight deals from China to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 161

One-way from

R11 520
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/6-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 25m total
  • China to Cape Town
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 8/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 15m total
  • China to Cape Town
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Cape Town 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 22 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 4/6

19:30-13:10

1 stop23h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

19:30-14:15

1 stop36h 45m

R13 161

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 4/6

15:15-13:10

2 stops27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

19:30-14:15

1 stop36h 45m

R15 147

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/6

0:35-13:10

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

9:00-16:40

2 stops25h 40m

R16 312

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/6

0:35-13:10

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

19:30-16:40

1 stop39h 10m

R16 689

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/6

0:35-12:40

3 stops66h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

19:30-16:40

1 stop39h 10m

R17 264

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/6

0:35-13:10

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

18:25-16:40

2 stops40h 15m

R17 789

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 27/5

0:35-13:10

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:30-16:40

1 stop39h 10m

R18 823

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 135

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Fri 29/5

7:25-19:55

2 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

15:20-22:20

2 stops25h 00m

R19 414

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/6

7:20-14:35

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R19 496

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways from China to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2023

LAX - DOH

Breakfast food portion was very small and not enough. The intervals between food was long. Other things were good.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2023

LAX - DOH

Breakfast food portion was very small and not enough. The intervals between food was long. Other things were good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from China?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from China.

  • How long is the flight from China to Cape Town?

    Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Ethiopian Air can get you from China to Cape Town in just under 18h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 20m. The distance from China to Cape Town is about 11835 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from China to Cape Town?

    The most popular route from China to Cape Town is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Cape Town Intl or Shenzhen - Cape Town Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from China to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Cape Town 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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Top airline flying from China to Cape Town

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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 735AverageR16 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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