R6 948 Cheap flights to China

Flying into Guangzhou Airport is typically the best way to visit China Guangzhou Wholesale Market, since it is the closest airport to the area.

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 53% 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.

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, 17% of momondo travellers booking flights to China chose to fly into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

You can expect to spend an average of R28 699 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R8 964, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R50 126 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R27 535 or less is considered a good deal.

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

As of October 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights 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.

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.