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Flights to Guangzhou

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Kenya Airways
Nov 10
CPT
48h 15m
3 stops
CAN
Nov 17
CAN
21h 55m
3 stops
CPT
R12 317
Multiple Airlines
Nov 6
JNB
27h 40m
2 stops
CAN
Nov 20
CAN
25h 25m
2 stops
JNB
R12 483
Multiple Airlines
Nov 26
JNB
37h 00m
2 stops
CAN
Dec 14
CAN
41h 40m
2 stops
JNB
R12 617
Multiple Airlines
Oct 19
JNB
28h 25m
2 stops
CAN
Nov 9
CAN
25h 25m
2 stops
JNB
R12 650
Multiple Airlines
Oct 18
JNB
37h 55m
2 stops
CAN
Nov 8
CAN
34h 55m
2 stops
JNB
R12 667
TAAG
Nov 2
JNB
33h 10m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 12
CAN
34h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R12 767
TAAG
Nov 10
JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 26
CAN
20h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R12 800
TAAG
Nov 16
JNB
33h 10m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 26
CAN
34h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R12 850
TAAG
Nov 16
JNB
33h 10m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 26
CAN
34h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R12 867
Multiple Airlines
Nov 13
JNB
27h 40m
2 stops
CAN
Nov 30
CAN
25h 25m
2 stops
JNB
R12 917
Egyptair
Nov 8
JNB
35h 45m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 21
CAN
37h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R12 983
Kenya Airways
Nov 26
CPT
48h 15m
3 stops
CAN
Dec 3
CAN
21h 55m
3 stops
CPT
R13 017

Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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Singapore Airlines
Feb 9
CPT
21h 55m
2 stops
PVG
Feb 20
PVG
31h 05m
2 stops
CPT
R11 650
Singapore Airlines
Feb 9
CPT
21h 55m
2 stops
PVG
Feb 20
PVG
31h 05m
2 stops
CPT
R12 183
Qatar Airways
Nov 1
JNB
19h 25m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 15
PVG
27h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R12 833
Qatar Airways
Mar 3
CPT
20h 20m
1 stop
PVG
Mar 10
PVG
22h 20m
1 stop
CPT
R13 033
Qatar Airways
Nov 14
JNB
18h 55m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 21
PVG
27h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 100
Qatar Airways
Nov 28
JNB
26h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Dec 5
PVG
22h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 117
Qatar Airways
Oct 26
CPT
27h 10m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 10
PVG
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT
R13 117
Qatar Airways
Jan 23
JNB
26h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Feb 20
PVG
27h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 167
Qatar Airways
Oct 26
CPT
27h 10m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 10
PVG
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT
R13 200
Qatar Airways
Nov 18
CPT
20h 05m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 23
PVG
22h 20m
1 stop
CPT
R13 267
Qatar Airways
Nov 18
CPT
27h 10m
1 stop
PVG
Nov 28
PVG
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT
R13 383
Singapore Airlines
Feb 9
CPT
21h 55m
2 stops
PVG
Feb 20
PVG
31h 05m
2 stops
CPT
R13 517

Flights to Beijing

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Qatar Airways
Nov 13
DUR
20h 20m
2 stops
PKX
Nov 19
PKX
39h 30m
2 stops
DUR
R12 400
Qatar Airways
Nov 16
CPT
20h 10m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 22
PKX
39h 05m
1 stop
CPT
R12 967
Qatar Airways
Nov 15
CPT
20h 10m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 21
PKX
22h 00m
1 stop
CPT
R13 067
Qatar Airways
Nov 15
CPT
20h 10m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 21
PKX
22h 00m
1 stop
CPT
R13 100
Etihad Airways
Feb 1
JNB
16h 55m
1 stop
PKX
Feb 15
PKX
18h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 233
Etihad Airways
Oct 29
JNB
16h 55m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 12
PKX
18h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 250
Etihad Airways
Nov 8
JNB
16h 55m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 20
PKX
18h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 300
Qatar Airways
Nov 1
JNB
19h 00m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 13
PKX
20h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 367
Qatar Airways
Nov 7
JNB
19h 00m
1 stop
PKX
Nov 18
PKX
20h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 417
Qatar Airways
Dec 6
JNB
19h 00m
1 stop
PKX
Dec 14
PKX
20h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 567
Qatar Airways
Dec 1
JNB
19h 00m
1 stop
PKX
Dec 30
PKX
20h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 600
Emirates
Nov 29
JNB
27h 05m
1 stop
PEK
Dec 2
PEK
25h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 600

Flights to Shenzhen

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Air China
Oct 14
JNB
13h 15m
SZX
Oct 20
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R16 534
Air China
Nov 2
JNB
13h 15m
SZX
Nov 20
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R16 567
Multiple Airlines
Nov 12
JNB
31h 05m
2 stops
SZX
Nov 19
SZX
29h 35m
2 stops
JNB
R16 584
Multiple Airlines
Nov 2
JNB
26h 25m
2 stops
SZX
Nov 21
SZX
27h 35m
2 stops
JNB
R16 684
Air China
Nov 12
JNB
13h 05m
SZX
Nov 18
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R16 734
Multiple Airlines
Nov 26
JNB
29h 55m
2 stops
SZX
Dec 3
SZX
30h 10m
3 stops
JNB
R16 850
Emirates
Dec 3
JNB
17h 45m
1 stop
SZX
Dec 16
SZX
39h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R16 967
Air China
Nov 28
JNB
13h 05m
SZX
Dec 4
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R17 134
Air China
Nov 26
JNB
13h 05m
SZX
Dec 2
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R17 234
Air China
Oct 30
JNB
13h 15m
SZX
Nov 5
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R17 267
Air China
Nov 2
JNB
13h 15m
SZX
Nov 20
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R17 284
Air China
Nov 13
JNB
13h 15m
SZX
Nov 26
SZX
13h 30m
JNB
R17 317

Flights to Wuhan

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Etihad Airways
Nov 14
JNB
22h 05m
2 stops
WUH
Nov 21
WUH
44h 25m
2 stops
JNB
R14 717
Multiple Airlines
Nov 14
JNB
28h 55m
3 stops
WUH
Nov 21
WUH
29h 35m
2 stops
JNB
R18 784
Multiple Airlines
Nov 14
JNB
31h 45m
1 stop
WUH
Nov 21
WUH
39h 40m
2 stops
JNB
R19 317
Singapore Airlines
Nov 14
JNB
27h 15m
1 stop
WUH
Nov 20
WUH
59h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R19 334
Multiple Airlines
Nov 14
JNB
28h 55m
3 stops
WUH
Nov 20
WUH
26h 15m
3 stops
JNB
R21 067

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10:40 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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8:20 - 9:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 650Singapore Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 20
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10:40 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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8:20 - 9:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 183Singapore Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 20
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12:20 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
48h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 13:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R12 317Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Kenya Airways Logo
12:20 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
48h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Kenya Airways Logo
21:40 - 22:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R12 317Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 3:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R12 400Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 20
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5:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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0:15 - 4:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R12 433TAAG
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
27h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 3:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R12 483Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 20
TAAG Logo
16:40 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
TAAG Logo
0:15 - 4:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R12 767TAAG
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 21:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 15:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 833Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
Qatar Airways Logo
19:25 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:10 - 10:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 033Qatar Airways
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 10

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Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

10:40-14:35

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/2

8:20-9:25

2 stops31h 05m

R11 650

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

10:40-14:35

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/2

8:20-9:25

2 stops31h 05m

R12 183

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT Cape Town Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

12:20-18:35

3 stops48h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 17/11

21:40-13:35

3 stops21h 55m

R12 317

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT Cape Town Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

12:20-18:35

3 stops48h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 17/11

21:40-22:05

2 stops30h 25m

R12 317

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

14:30-18:00

2 stops21h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 20/11

8:30-3:55

2 stops25h 25m

R12 400

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

5:45-7:50

1 stop20h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 29/10

0:15-4:15

1 stop34h 00m

R12 433

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

8:20-18:00

2 stops27h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 20/11

8:30-3:55

2 stops25h 25m

R12 483

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

16:40-7:50

1 stop33h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 12/11

0:15-4:15

1 stop34h 00m

R12 767

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

20:20-21:45

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

18:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

R12 833
Fastest return journey

Cape TownShanghai

CPT Cape Town Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/3

19:25-21:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/3

18:10-10:30

1 stop22h 20m

R13 033

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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 VietJet Air, China Southern, and Shenzhen Airlines, with prices starting at R2 210, R3 397, and R4 967 respectively.

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Summary info about China flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R7 217

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 650

Fastest flight time

17h 20m

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December
The best one-way flight price to China from South Africa in the last 5 days is R7 217 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Guangzhou Baiyun).
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The best return flight price to China from South Africa in the last 5 days is R11 650 (Cape Town Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The fastest flight to China from South Africa takes 17h 20m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Beijing Daxing Intl).
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December has the highest demand for flights to China, with a 3% 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 56% 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 R26 512 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R9 977, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R58 646 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R24 923 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 October 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.

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