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R11 537 Cheap flights to China

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Flights to Guangzhou

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Singapore Airlines
May 27
JNB
21h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Jun 14
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R12 866
Singapore Airlines
Aug 18
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Aug 30
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R12 899
Singapore Airlines
Aug 18
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Aug 31
CAN
35h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R12 997
Qatar Airways
Jun 1
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Jun 29
CAN
19h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R13 063
Qatar Airways
Jun 1
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Jun 18
CAN
19h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R13 112
Qatar Airways
Jun 1
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Jun 8
CAN
32h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 128
Qatar Airways
Jun 4
CPT
36h 45m
1 stop
CAN
Jun 11
CAN
23h 40m
1 stop
CPT
R13 145
Qatar Airways
May 28
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Jun 9
CAN
32h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 161
Qatar Airways
May 13
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
May 26
CAN
32h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 178
Qatar Airways
May 13
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
May 25
CAN
32h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 194
Qatar Airways
May 13
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
May 26
CAN
32h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 210
Qatar Airways
May 13
JNB
20h 50m
1 stop
CAN
May 25
CAN
38h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R13 227

Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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Singapore Airlines
May 27
JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
PVG
Jun 15
PVG
32h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R11 537
Etihad Airways
Jul 30
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
PVG
Aug 6
PVG
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R11 569
China Eastern
Jul 30
JNB
23h 25m
2 stops
PVG
Aug 6
PVG
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R11 602
China Eastern
Jun 21
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
PVG
Jun 28
PVG
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R11 619
Etihad Airways
Jul 18
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 29
PVG
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R11 651
Etihad Airways
Jul 5
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 31
PVG
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R11 684
China Eastern
Jun 21
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
PVG
Jun 27
PVG
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R11 783
Singapore Airlines
May 27
JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
PVG
Jun 4
PVG
30h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R11 865
Singapore Airlines
May 16
JNB
39h 40m
1 stop
PVG
Jun 4
PVG
24h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R11 963
Qatar Airways
May 21
JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
PVG
May 27
PVG
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R11 996
Qatar Airways
Jun 4
JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Jun 10
PVG
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R12 029
Qatar Airways
Jul 7
JNB
19h 40m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 30
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 078

Flights to Beijing

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Singapore Airlines
Jul 27
JNB
20h 35m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 4
PEK
40h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R12 324
Singapore Airlines
Sept 9
JNB
36h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Sept 22
PEK
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 357
Singapore Airlines
Jul 27
JNB
20h 35m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 4
PEK
40h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R12 390
Singapore Airlines
Jul 27
JNB
28h 50m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 4
PEK
40h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R12 406
Singapore Airlines
Jun 3
JNB
20h 35m
1 stop
PEK
Jun 9
PEK
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 521
Singapore Airlines
Aug 4
JNB
28h 50m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 10
PEK
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 833
Emirates
Jun 5
JNB
26h 50m
1 stop
PEK
Jun 12
PEK
28h 05m
1 stop
JNB
R13 063
Singapore Airlines
Jun 3
JNB
28h 50m
1 stop
PEK
Jun 9
PEK
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R13 145
Singapore Airlines
Jun 3
JNB
20h 35m
1 stop
PEK
Jun 9
PEK
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R13 227
Emirates
Jun 15
JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
PEK
Jun 27
PEK
21h 35m
1 stop
JNB
R13 260
Emirates
Jul 8
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 5
PEK
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 309
Emirates
Jul 8
JNB
26h 50m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 5
PEK
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 325

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Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 22:45
JNB
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PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:50 - 19:20
PVG
-
JNB
32h 30m
1 stop
R11 537Singapore Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 15
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:55
JNB
-
PVG
21h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 8:20
PVG
-
JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
R11 569Etihad Airways
Thu, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 6
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 15:15
JNB
-
PVG
23h 25m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
15:00 - 8:20
PVG
-
JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
R11 602China Eastern
Thu, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 6
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 16:40
JNB
-
PVG
22h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
0:35 - 10:30
PVG
-
JNB
39h 55m
1 stop
R11 996Qatar Airways
Thu, May 21 - Wed, May 27
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 16:40
CPT
-
PVG
39h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
0:35 - 13:10
PVG
-
CPT
42h 35m
1 stop
R12 209Qatar Airways
Tue, May 12 - Wed, Jun 3
Emirates Logo
13:30 - 22:20
JNB
-
PEK
26h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
7:25 - 5:30
PEK
-
JNB
28h 05m
1 stop
R13 063Emirates
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 15:25
JNB
-
PEK
23h 20m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
0:40 - 16:15
PEK
-
JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R13 260Emirates
Mon, Jun 15 - Sat, Jun 27
Kenya Airways Logo
12:20 - 19:05
CPT
-
CAN
48h 45m
3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
22:10 - 13:35
CAN
-
CPT
21h 25m
3 stops
R13 768Kenya Airways
Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:25
JNB
-
SHA
22h 15m
1 stop
Air China Logo
16:35 - 7:40
SHA
-
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
R16 509Air China
Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9
Air China Logo
10:10 - 14:45
JNB
-
SHA
22h 35m
2 stops
Air China Logo
16:35 - 7:40
SHA
-
JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
R16 542Air China
Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9

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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 22 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

20:25-22:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/6

16:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

R11 537

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

9:50-12:55

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/8

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 569

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

9:50-15:15

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/8

15:00-8:20

1 stop23h 20m

R11 602

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 27/5

0:35-10:30

1 stop39h 55m

R11 996

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

19:30-16:40

1 stop39h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/6

0:35-13:10

1 stop42h 35m

R12 209

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

13:30-22:20

1 stop26h 50m

Beijing Capital

Fri 12/6

7:25-5:30

1 stop28h 05m

R13 063

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

10:05-15:25

1 stop23h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sat 27/6

0:40-16:15

1 stop21h 35m

R13 260

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

12:20-19:05

3 stops48h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 11/6

22:10-13:35

3 stops21h 25m

R13 768
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

10:10-14:25

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/6

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R16 509

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

10:10-14:45

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/6

16:35-7:40

1 stop21h 05m

R16 542

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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 Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting at R2 677, R2 826, and R6 241 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 613

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 537

Fastest flight time

20h 50m

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The best one-way flight price to China from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 613 (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 R11 537 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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The fastest flight to China from South Africa takes 20h 50m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Guangzhou Baiyun).
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September has the highest demand for flights to China, with a 12% 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 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 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, 20% 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 R23 149 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R9 396, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R42 989 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R21 927 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 April 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.

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