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R12 508 Cheap flights to China

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Flights to Guangzhou

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TAAG
Oct 13
JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
CAN
Oct 29
CAN
20h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 278
Singapore Airlines
Aug 25
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 3
CAN
38h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 606
China Eastern
Nov 23
JNB
24h 20m
2 stops
CAN
Nov 27
CAN
30h 50m
2 stops
JNB
R13 721
Qatar Airways
Nov 24
JNB
18h 40m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 28
CAN
20h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 770
Kenya Airways
Nov 15
JNB
19h 35m
2 stops
CAN
Nov 28
CAN
19h 15m
2 stops
JNB
R13 983
Singapore Airlines
Sept 1
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 8
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R14 065
Singapore Airlines
Aug 25
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 3
CAN
38h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R14 213
Singapore Airlines
Aug 10
JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
CAN
Aug 25
CAN
38h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R14 229
China Eastern
Jul 27
JNB
33h 30m
2 stops
CAN
Aug 9
CAN
30h 55m
2 stops
JNB
R14 245
Singapore Airlines
Sept 2
JNB
21h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 8
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R14 278
Qatar Airways
Nov 25
JNB
18h 40m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 30
CAN
20h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R14 295
Kenya Airways
Sept 8
JNB
35h 45m
2 stops
CAN
Sept 22
CAN
23h 40m
2 stops
JNB
R14 327

Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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Qatar Airways
Oct 26
JNB
19h 25m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 2
PVG
20h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R12 508
Qatar Airways
Nov 12
JNB
19h 25m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 19
PVG
20h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R12 524
Qatar Airways
Oct 28
CPT
27h 10m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 30
PVG
40h 55m
1 stop
CPT
R12 573
Qatar Airways
Sept 4
JNB
18h 55m
1 stop
PVG
Sept 12
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 934
Singapore Airlines
Sept 15
JNB
35h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 13
PVG
32h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R13 016
Singapore Airlines
Sept 15
JNB
35h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 13
PVG
32h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R13 032
Singapore Airlines
Sept 15
JNB
35h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 13
PVG
32h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R13 163
Singapore Airlines
Sept 15
JNB
17h 40m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 13
PVG
34h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 180
Qatar Airways
Sept 13
JNB
18h 55m
1 stop
PVG
Sept 19
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R13 393
Singapore Airlines
Sept 29
JNB
35h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 22
PVG
30h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 442
Singapore Airlines
Jul 24
JNB
36h 40m
1 stop
PVG
Aug 10
PVG
30h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 475
Singapore Airlines
Jul 24
JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
PVG
Aug 10
PVG
30h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 508

Flights to Beijing

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Emirates
Jul 24
JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Jul 27
PEK
28h 05m
1 stop
JNB
R13 327
Emirates
Aug 12
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 19
PEK
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 442
Emirates
Aug 27
JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
PEK
Sept 3
PEK
32h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 491
Emirates
Sept 30
JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Oct 7
PEK
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 508
Emirates
Jul 29
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 6
PEK
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 590
Emirates
Jul 27
JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 10
PEK
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 606
Emirates
Sept 3
JNB
21h 10m
1 stop
PEK
Sept 16
PEK
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 639
Emirates
Aug 10
JNB
35h 05m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 17
PEK
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 688
Emirates
Aug 4
JNB
38h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 17
PEK
28h 05m
1 stop
JNB
R13 885
Turkish Airlines
Nov 12
CPT
31h 40m
1 stop
PEK
Nov 17
PEK
33h 25m
1 stop
CPT
R14 491
Emirates
Jan 1
JNB
22h 20m
1 stop
PEK
Jan 15
PEK
19h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R14 590
Singapore Airlines
Jul 27
JNB
28h 50m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 3
PEK
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R14 704

Flights to Xiamen

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Cathay Pacific
Dec 3
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
XMN
Dec 7
XMN
25h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R22 327
Etihad Airways
Dec 3
JNB
32h 35m
2 stops
XMN
Dec 7
XMN
30h 20m
2 stops
JNB
R27 819

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Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 21:45
JNB
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PVG
19h 25m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 8:40
PVG
-
JNB
20h 30m
1 stop
R12 508Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 21:45
JNB
-
PVG
19h 25m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 8:40
PVG
-
JNB
20h 30m
1 stop
R12 524Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 21:45
CPT
-
PVG
27h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:35 - 10:30
PVG
-
CPT
40h 55m
1 stop
R12 573Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 30
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 13:25
JNB
-
PVG
35h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:50 - 19:20
PVG
-
JNB
32h 30m
1 stop
R13 016Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 13:25
JNB
-
PVG
35h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:50 - 19:20
PVG
-
JNB
32h 30m
1 stop
R13 032Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 22:20
JNB
-
PEK
30h 15m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
7:25 - 5:30
PEK
-
JNB
28h 05m
1 stop
R13 327Emirates
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 27
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 22:20
JNB
-
PEK
18h 00m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
7:25 - 16:15
PEK
-
JNB
38h 50m
1 stop
R13 442Emirates
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:45
JNB
-
SHA
22h 35m
2 stops
Air China Logo
20:25 - 7:40
SHA
-
JNB
41h 15m
2 stops
R15 803Air China
Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 5
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
-
SHA
22h 15m
1 stop
Air China Logo
20:25 - 7:40
SHA
-
JNB
41h 15m
2 stops
R15 819Air China
Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 7:05
CPT
-
CAN
33h 55m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:15 - 14:10
CAN
-
CPT
34h 55m
1 stop
R17 688Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 17

momondo Fare Finder

 
Locate flights to China that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 13 550 searches and data was last updated on 14 July 2026.
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Price

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

20:20-21:45

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/11

18:10-8:40

1 stop20h 30m

R12 508

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

20:20-21:45

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/11

18:10-8:40

1 stop20h 30m

R12 524

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

12:35-21:45

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/11

23:35-10:30

1 stop40h 55m

R12 573

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-13:25

1 stop35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

16:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

R13 016

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-13:25

1 stop35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

16:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

R13 032

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 27/7

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R13 327

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

22:20-22:20

1 stop18h 00m

Beijing Capital

Wed 19/8

7:25-16:15

1 stop38h 50m

R13 442

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

10:10-14:45

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/8

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R15 803

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/8

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R15 819

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

15:10-7:05

1 stop33h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 17/10

9:15-14:10

1 stop34h 55m

R17 688

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What is the cheapest flight to China?

If you are looking to fly to China for less, look to airlines like China Southern, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways, with prices starting at R2 823, R5 560, and R6 715 respectively.

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Cheap China flight deals and tips

Summary info about China flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R6 754

Best Round-Trip Price

R12 508

Fastest flight time

18h 00m

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The best one-way flight price to China from South Africa in the last 5 days is R6 754 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The best return flight price to China from South Africa in the last 5 days is R12 508 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The fastest flight to China from South Africa takes 18h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Beijing Capital).
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September has the highest demand for flights to China, with a 16% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to China

What is the best airport to land at to visit Oriental Pearl Tower?

Flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is typically the best way to visit Oriental Pearl Tower, since it is the closest airport to the area.

Which airlines fly to China?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in China to fly to?

If you’re unsure where to fly to in China, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport, which services Shanghai and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 19% of momondo travellers booking flights to China chose to fly into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

How much are flights to China?

You can expect to spend an average of R32 258 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R12 732, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R72 858 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R30 417 or less is considered a good deal.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to China?

Prices for flights to China are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to China?

As of July 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to China.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to China.

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

The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to China?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights to China?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to China.

I’m not ready to book a flight to China right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight to China now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to China and let you know when they change.

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