What are the most popular cities to visit in China?

For momondo users, the most popular city in China is Guangzhou, which is visited about 49% more often than any other city in China. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Shanghai and Beijing.

How long is the flight from South Africa to China?

The flight from South Africa to China depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (the most popular airport in China), then the flight time is 19h 20m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, then the average flight time is 26h 05m.

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13:40 - 7:15

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35h 35m1 stop

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R10 023Singapore Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

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R12 246Qatar Airways

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14:30 - 5:50

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R12 263Ethiopian Air

Tue, Mar 10 - Sat, Mar 21

13:45 - 14:25

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Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Mar 10

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R12 279Air China

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10:10 - 16:00

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R13 113Emirates

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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

13:40-7:15

1 stop35h 35m

Beijing Capital

Thu 12/3

0:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:50-14:40

1 stop36h 50m

Beijing Capital

Mon 20/4

8:55-18:35

1 stop39h 40m

R10 170

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

14:30-16:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/2

23:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R11 740

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

20:30-14:25

1 stop35h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 26/3

0:55-15:25

1 stop20h 30m

R12 246

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

14:30-5:50

1 stop33h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

7:45-13:05

1 stop35h 20m

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JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

13:45-14:25

1 stop18h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 10/3

0:55-16:00

1 stop21h 05m

R12 279

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

10:10-10:45

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Thu 22/1

18:30-7:40

1 stop19h 10m

R12 279

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

10:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 13/5

22:30-7:40

2 stops39h 10m

R13 015

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

13:30-15:25

1 stop19h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sat 11/4

7:25-10:15

1 stop32h 50m

R13 113

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

13:15-22:20

1 stop27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

0:05-16:40

1 stop22h 35m

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China flights insights and trends

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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 Spring Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, and China Southern, with prices starting at R2 167, R2 667, and R2 815 respectively.

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Summary info about China flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R6 802
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 023
Fastest flight time	18h 55m
Popular in	September

The best one-way flight price to China from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 802 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).

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The best round-trip flight price to China from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 023 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Beijing Capital).

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The fastest flight to China from South Africa takes 18h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).

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September has the highest demand for flights to China, with a 13% 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 Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center?

Flying into Shenzhen Airport is typically the best way to visit Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, since it is the closest airport to the area.

Which airlines fly to China?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific 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 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 12 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, 18% 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 R18 205 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R9 014, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R36 221 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R17 384 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 January 2026, there are 16 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.