What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to China?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to China

Which airlines fly to China?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to China?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:15 - 22:40CPT Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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18:10 - 17:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R12 532Qatar Airways

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13:15 - 22:40CPT Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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R12 597Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Nov 5

14:25 - 18:35CPT Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

22h 10m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

21:40 - 13:35CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R12 855Kenya Airways

Wed, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 25

10:40 - 9:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

40h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

10:45 - 9:25CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 211Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 17

14:25 - 19:05CPT Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

22h 40m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

22:10 - 23:35CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 25m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 372Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 13

13:50 - 18:45CPT Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

22h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl

10:10 - 13:00CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R13 921Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23

13:50 - 17:50CPT Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

22h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl

8:30 - 14:10CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 40m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R14 196Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

20:00 - 14:45CPT Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

36h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

0:40 - 11:40PEK Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

R14 955Emirates

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31

18:25 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:50 - 16:45PEK Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

R15 052Emirates

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

10:40 - 9:25CPT Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

40h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

10:40 - 9:25CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 220Singapore Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 13

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to China

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

If you are unable to visit China during the month of November, then departing from Cape Town during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 840.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around R15 789 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Cape Town for as low as R12 355 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to China flight.

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Best price found	R6 977
Fastest flight time	19h 50m
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The best one-way flight to China from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R6 977. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 532.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to China takes 19h 50m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to China. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to China.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to China as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to China?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R7 963	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 473 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R9 072	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 600 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R11 471	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,0 32 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R11 473	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 327 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 387	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 653 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to China from Cape Town.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to China with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to China from Cape Town with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to China?

Once all potential Cape Town to China flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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