How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from China to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Guangzhou to Cape Town is 33h on average, while flying from Shanghai to Cape Town is 33h 55m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to Cape Town Intl?

Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from China to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport?

As of July 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R9 678 Cheap Flights from China to Cape Town in 2026

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7:55 - 11:50

PVG

CPT

33h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 6:25

CPT

PVG

31h 50m

1 stop

R17 609Turkish Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

7:20 - 11:50

PEK

CPT

34h 30m

1 stop

16:35 - 5:50

CPT

PEK

31h 15m

1 stop

R17 740Turkish Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

7:55 - 11:50

PVG

CPT

33h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 6:25

CPT

PVG

31h 50m

1 stop

R18 433Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Sep 3

7:55 - 11:50

PVG

CPT

33h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 6:25

CPT

PVG

31h 50m

1 stop

R18 449Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 31

1:35 - 9:40

CAN

CPT

38h 05m

3 stops

19:30 - 15:30

CPT

CAN

38h 00m

1 stop

R19 406Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

16:55 - 14:10

PVG

CPT

27h 15m

2 stops

13:15 - 21:50

CPT

PVG

26h 35m

1 stop

R19 950Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

0:40 - 18:00

PEK

CPT

23h 20m

1 stop

20:00 - 14:45

CPT

PEK

36h 45m

1 stop

R21 186Emirates

Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29

0:40 - 18:00

PEK

CPT

23h 20m

1 stop

20:00 - 14:45

CPT

PEK

36h 45m

1 stop

R21 203Emirates

Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29

2:05 - 14:35

CSX

CPT

42h 30m

3 stops

15:25 - 1:05

CPT

CSX

27h 40m

3 stops

R30 947Malaysia Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29

2:05 - 14:35

CSX

CPT

42h 30m

3 stops

15:25 - 1:05

CPT

CSX

27h 40m

3 stops

R30 963Malaysia Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29

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Singapore Airlines flights from China to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Nov 22

PVG8:20Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 05m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 24

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

20h 05m

2 stops

PVG12:45Shanghai Pu Dong

R24 896

Singapore Airlines

Nov 22

PVG8:20Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 05m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 24

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

20h 05m

2 stops

PVG12:45Shanghai Pu Dong

R24 912

Singapore Airlines

Nov 22

PVG8:20Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 05m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 24

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

20h 05m

2 stops

PVG12:45Shanghai Pu Dong

R24 929

Emirates flights from China to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on China to Cape Town flight tickets

Emirates

Nov 24

PEK0:40Beijing Capital

23h 20m

1 stop

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 29

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

36h 45m

1 stop

PEK14:45Beijing Capital

R21 186

Emirates

Nov 24

PEK0:40Beijing Capital

23h 20m

1 stop

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 29

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

36h 45m

1 stop

PEK14:45Beijing Capital

R21 203

Emirates

Sept 1

PVG7:20Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 15m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 19

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

2 stops

PVG22:20Shanghai Pu Dong

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 29/8

7:55-11:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

R17 609

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Sat 29/8

7:20-11:50

1 stop34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

16:35-5:50

1 stop31h 15m

R17 740

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/8

7:55-11:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

R18 433

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/8

7:55-11:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

R18 449

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 9/9

1:35-9:40

3 stops38h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

19:30-15:30

1 stop38h 00m

R19 406

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ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 29/8

16:55-14:10

2 stops27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

13:15-21:50

1 stop26h 35m

R19 950

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Tue 24/11

0:40-18:00

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

20:00-14:45

1 stop36h 45m

R21 186

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

Tue 24/11

0:40-18:00

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

20:00-14:45

1 stop36h 45m

R21 203

ChangshaCape Town

CSX - CPT

CSXCPT

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Sat 24/10

2:05-14:35

3 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

15:25-1:05

3 stops27h 40m

R30 947

ChangshaCape Town

CSX - CPT

CSXCPT

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Sat 24/10

2:05-14:35

3 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

15:25-1:05

3 stops27h 40m

R30 963

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Fastest flight time	27h 20m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from China to Cape Town

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of July 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from China to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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