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 20h 45m on average, while flying from Shanghai to Cape Town is 22h 35m 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 and Singapore Airlines 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 May 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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7:55 - 11:50

PVG

CPT

33h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 6:25

CPT

PVG

31h 50m

1 stop

R17 849Turkish Airlines

jue., jun. 18 - lun., jun. 22

7:55 - 11:50

PVG

CPT

33h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 6:25

CPT

PVG

31h 50m

1 stop

R18 082Turkish Airlines

jue., jun. 18 - lun., jun. 22

1:55 - 11:50

PEK

CPT

39h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 5:20

CPT

PEK

30h 45m

1 stop

R19 115Multiple Airlines

sáb., jun. 27 - dom., jul. 5

1:55 - 11:50

PEK

CPT

39h 55m

1 stop

16:35 - 5:20

CPT

PEK

30h 45m

1 stop

R19 814Multiple Airlines

sáb., jun. 27 - dom., jul. 5

1:55 - 11:50

PEK

CPT

39h 55m

1 stop

13:15 - 19:50

CPT

PEK

24h 35m

2 stops

R20 347Multiple Airlines

sáb., jun. 27 - dom., jul. 5

7:25 - 19:55

PEK

CPT

42h 30m

2 stops

9:00 - 22:20

CPT

PEK

31h 20m

2 stops

R20 380Emirates

mar., jun. 16 - vie., jun. 19

0:45 - 14:35

SZX

CPT

43h 50m

2 stops

9:00 - 22:40

CPT

SZX

31h 40m

2 stops

R20 413Emirates

mié., jul. 1 - jue., jul. 9

7:20 - 14:35

PVG

CPT

37h 15m

2 stops

9:00 - 22:20

CPT

PVG

31h 20m

2 stops

R20 463Emirates

mar., jun. 16 - vie., jun. 19

1:35 - 17:30

CAN

CPT

21h 55m

1 stop

13:15 - 14:15

CPT

CAN

19h 00m

1 stop

R21 845Qatar Airways

jue., sep. 3 - mar., sep. 8

19:30 - 10:15

CAN

CPT

20h 45m

1 stop

13:15 - 14:15

CPT

CAN

19h 00m

1 stop

R21 879Qatar Airways

vie., sep. 4 - mar., sep. 8

Emirates flights from China to Cape Town

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Emirates

Jun 16

PEK7:25Beijing Capital

42h 30m

2 stops

CPT19:55Cape Town Intl

Jun 19

CPT9:00Cape Town Intl

31h 20m

2 stops

PEK22:20Beijing Capital

R20 380

Emirates

Jul 1

SZX0:45Shenzhen

43h 50m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jul 9

CPT9:00Cape Town Intl

31h 40m

2 stops

SZX22:40Shenzhen

R20 413

Emirates

Jul 2

SZX0:45Shenzhen

49h 10m

2 stops

CPT19:55Cape Town Intl

Jul 10

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

49h 20m

2 stops

SZX22:40Shenzhen

R20 447

Turkish Airlines flights from China to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 18

PVG7:55Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 22

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

PVG6:25Shanghai Pu Dong

R17 849

Turkish Airlines

Jun 18

PVG7:55Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 22

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

PVG6:25Shanghai Pu Dong

R18 082

Turkish Airlines

Jun 16

PVG7:55Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Jun 20

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

PVG6:25Shanghai Pu Dong

R25 875

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ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 18/6

7:55-11:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 22/6

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

R17 849

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 18/6

7:55-11:50

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 22/6

16:35-6:25

1 stop31h 50m

R18 082

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

sáb. 27/6

1:55-11:50

1 stop39h 55m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 5/7

16:35-5:20

1 stop30h 45m

R19 115

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

sáb. 27/6

1:55-11:50

1 stop39h 55m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 5/7

16:35-5:20

1 stop30h 45m

R19 814

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

sáb. 27/6

1:55-11:50

1 stop39h 55m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 5/7

13:15-19:50

2 stops24h 35m

R20 347

BeijingCape Town

PEK - CPT

PEKCPT

Beijing Capital

mar. 16/6

7:25-19:55

2 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 19/6

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R20 380

ShenzhenCape Town

SZX - CPT

SZXCPT

Shenzhen

mié. 1/7

0:45-14:35

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 9/7

9:00-22:40

2 stops31h 40m

R20 413

ShanghaiCape Town

PVG - CPT

PVGCPT

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 16/6

7:20-14:35

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 19/6

9:00-22:20

2 stops31h 20m

R20 463

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

jue. 3/9

1:35-17:30

1 stop21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 8/9

13:15-14:15

1 stop19h 00m

R21 845

Fastest return journey

GuangzhouCape Town

CAN - CPT

CANCPT

Guangzhou Baiyun

vie. 4/9

19:30-10:15

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 8/9

13:15-14:15

1 stop19h 00m

R21 879

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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 May 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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