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R12 002 Cheap flights to China

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Flights to Guangzhou

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Singapore Airlines
Jul 28
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Aug 9
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 385
Qatar Airways
Sept 1
JNB
36h 35m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 15
CAN
37h 35m
1 stop
JNB
R13 533
Kenya Airways
Aug 15
JNB
35h 45m
2 stops
CAN
Aug 24
CAN
32h 05m
2 stops
JNB
R13 730
Singapore Airlines
Aug 25
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 4
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 747
Singapore Airlines
Aug 24
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Aug 27
CAN
38h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 763
Singapore Airlines
Aug 25
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 4
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 829
Singapore Airlines
Jul 27
JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
CAN
Aug 9
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 846
Kenya Airways
Aug 25
JNB
35h 45m
2 stops
CAN
Sept 3
CAN
18h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R13 895
Singapore Airlines
Sept 5
JNB
21h 50m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 10
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 961
Qatar Airways
Nov 25
JNB
19h 40m
1 stop
CAN
Nov 30
CAN
20h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R13 977
Singapore Airlines
Aug 25
JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
CAN
Sept 4
CAN
24h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 994
Kenya Airways
Aug 24
JNB
24h 50m
2 stops
CAN
Aug 27
CAN
23h 40m
2 stops
JNB
R14 060

Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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Qatar Airways
Jul 16
JNB
26h 35m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 23
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 002
Singapore Airlines
Sept 15
JNB
36h 40m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 14
PVG
17h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 117
Singapore Airlines
Sept 15
JNB
35h 00m
1 stop
PVG
Oct 13
PVG
32h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R12 133
Qatar Airways
Jul 7
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 30
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 232
Qatar Airways
Jul 7
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 30
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 315
Qatar Airways
Jul 7
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 30
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 331
Qatar Airways
Jul 12
JNB
37h 25m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 28
PVG
39h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R12 347
Qatar Airways
Jul 12
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 26
PVG
39h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R12 364
Qatar Airways
Jul 7
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 30
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 446
Qatar Airways
Jul 13
JNB
19h 45m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 26
PVG
39h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R12 496
Qatar Airways
Jul 13
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 28
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 512
Qatar Airways
Jul 13
JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG
Jul 28
PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
JNB
R12 561

Flights to Beijing

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Emirates
Nov 26
JNB
22h 20m
1 stop
PEK
Dec 2
PEK
19h 45m
1 stop
JNB
R12 660
Emirates
Aug 28
JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Sept 15
PEK
32h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R12 776
Emirates
Jul 24
JNB
21h 10m
1 stop
PEK
Jul 31
PEK
28h 05m
1 stop
JNB
R13 022
Emirates
Jul 15
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
PEK
Jul 31
PEK
28h 05m
1 stop
JNB
R13 171
Emirates
Jul 24
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
PEK
Jul 31
PEK
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 204
Emirates
Jul 25
JNB
38h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 8
PEK
19h 10m
1 stop
JNB
R13 236
Emirates
Sept 2
JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
PEK
Sept 15
PEK
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 516
Emirates
Aug 22
JNB
23h 20m
1 stop
PEK
Sept 13
PEK
32h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 648
Emirates
Nov 2
JNB
30h 05m
1 stop
PEK
Nov 5
PEK
25h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R13 665
Emirates
Jul 17
JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Jul 24
PEK
32h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 829
Emirates
Jul 15
JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Jul 21
PEK
34h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 846
Emirates
Jul 20
JNB
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK
Aug 3
PEK
21h 35m
1 stop
JNB
R13 911

Flights to Xiamen

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Air China
Jul 15
JNB
27h 20m
2 stops
XMN
Jul 22
XMN
43h 00m
2 stops
JNB
R18 521
Singapore Airlines
Jul 15
JNB
34h 00m
1 stop
XMN
Jul 22
XMN
59h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R18 933
Multiple Airlines
Jul 15
JNB
27h 50m
2 stops
XMN
Jul 22
XMN
45h 45m
3 stops
JNB
R21 287
Multiple Airlines
Jul 15
JNB
28h 20m
3 stops
XMN
Jul 22
XMN
45h 45m
3 stops
JNB
R22 258
Multiple Airlines
Jul 15
JNB
32h 10m
2 stops
XMN
Jul 22
XMN
25h 40m
1 stop
JNB
R26 539

Flights to Kunming

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China Eastern
Oct 8
JNB
28h 10m
2 stops
KMG
Nov 8
KMG
26h 20m
2 stops
JNB
R15 015
China Eastern
Oct 8
JNB
29h 20m
3 stops
KMG
Nov 8
KMG
26h 20m
2 stops
JNB
R16 941
Multiple Airlines
Oct 8
JNB
38h 20m
2 stops
KMG
Nov 8
KMG
24h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R22 028
Multiple Airlines
Oct 8
JNB
26h 30m
1 stop
KMG
Nov 8
KMG
20h 55m
1 stop
JNB
R56 025

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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to China

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Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 13:25
JNB
-
PVG
35h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:10 - 19:20
PVG
-
JNB
30h 10m
1 stop
R11 936Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Aug 13
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 22:40
JNB
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PVG
26h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:50 - 9:10
PVG
-
JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 002Qatar Airways
Thu, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 23
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 22:45
JNB
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PVG
20h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:10 - 19:20
PVG
-
JNB
30h 10m
1 stop
R12 117Singapore Airlines
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 10
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 13:25
JNB
-
PVG
35h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:50 - 19:20
PVG
-
JNB
32h 30m
1 stop
R12 133Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 16:20
JNB
-
PVG
20h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:50 - 9:10
PVG
-
JNB
20h 20m
1 stop
R12 232Qatar Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 30
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 14:45
JNB
-
PEK
22h 20m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:50 - 20:35
PEK
-
JNB
19h 45m
1 stop
R12 660Emirates
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 22:20
JNB
-
PEK
30h 15m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
7:25 - 10:15
PEK
-
JNB
32h 50m
1 stop
R12 776Emirates
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 15
Air China Logo
10:10 - 19:30
JNB
-
SHA
27h 20m
1 stop
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40
SHA
-
JNB
43h 10m
2 stops
R15 821Air China
Mon, Jul 27 - Wed, Aug 12
Air China Logo
10:10 - 16:00
JNB
-
SHA
23h 50m
2 stops
Air China Logo
20:25 - 7:40
SHA
-
JNB
41h 15m
2 stops
R16 150Air China
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:05
CPT
-
CAN
35h 15m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:15 - 13:00
CAN
-
CPT
33h 45m
1 stop
R17 978Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

momondo Fare Finder

 
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 20 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to China that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

20:25-13:25

1 stop35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/8

19:10-19:20

1 stop30h 10m

R11 936

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

14:05-22:40

1 stop26h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/7

18:50-9:10

1 stop20h 20m

R12 002

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

20:25-22:45

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/8

19:10-19:20

1 stop30h 10m

R12 117

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-13:25

1 stop35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 13/10

16:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

R12 133
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

14:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/7

18:50-9:10

1 stop20h 20m

R12 232

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

10:25-14:45

1 stop22h 20m

Beijing Capital

Wed 2/12

6:50-20:35

1 stop19h 45m

R12 660

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

10:05-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 15/9

7:25-10:15

1 stop32h 50m

R12 776

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

10:10-19:30

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/8

18:30-7:40

2 stops43h 10m

R15 821

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

10:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/8

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R16 150

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

13:50-7:05

1 stop35h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 15/10

9:15-13:00

1 stop33h 45m

R17 978

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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 685, R3 356, and R5 584 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 849

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 936

Fastest flight time

18h 55m

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September
The best one-way flight price to China from South Africa in the last 5 days is R6 849 (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 5 days is R11 936 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Shanghai Pu Dong).
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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 16% 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 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, 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 R24 609 for a flight to China. However, our users found flights to China for R12 227, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. R43 128 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to China will get, whereas anything for R22 895 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 June 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.

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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