R12 054 Cheap flights 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 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 R16 113 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R9 770, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R42 856 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R15 714 or less is considered a good deal.

Flying to China on a Wednesday or Sunday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to China is on a Saturday.

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

As of September 2025, there are 14 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.