Which airlines fly to China?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Johannesburg 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 12 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to China flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 24% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to China flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to China?

Emirates, China Eastern, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to China

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to China on average per week?

6 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg to China as of September 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 24% of flights between Johannesburg and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 190 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to China?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to China are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to China?

As of September 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to China.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to China?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to China can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:20 - 18:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

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8:30 - 3:55CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Nov 12

5:45 - 7:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

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0:15 - 4:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Nov 12

23:00 - 17:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

36h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl

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R12 617Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

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23:35 - 15:35PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 842Qatar Airways

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19h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

21:40 - 10:55CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 19

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17h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 8:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 164Etihad Airways

Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 17

1:35 - 18:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

35h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

21:40 - 0:25CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R13 310Kenya Airways

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

20:20 - 21:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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18:10 - 8:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R13 374Qatar Airways

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

9:50 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:15 - 8:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 664Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19

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Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27

11:10 - 12:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:20 - 7:55SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R15 404Cathay Pacific

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Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27

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Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24

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20h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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R19 465Kenya Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 29

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Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 28

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R23 638Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

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Nov 28

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Dec 5

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Oct 26

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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41h 10m

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Oct 26

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 15m

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Nov 2

SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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R13 745

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Sept 30

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

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Oct 22

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27h 55m

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JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 179

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Dec 1

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 20m

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Dec 15

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27h 25m

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R15 211

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Oct 14

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2 stops32h 45m

R13 310

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JNBPVG

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Fri 4/12

20:20-21:45

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/12

18:10-8:40

1 stop20h 30m

R13 374

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

If you are unable to visit China during the month of November, then departing from Johannesburg during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 277.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to China flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around R15 737 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Johannesburg for as low as R12 891 on momondo.

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Best price found	R6 993
Fastest flight time	17h 25m
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The best one-way flight to China from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R6 993. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 391.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to China takes 17h 25m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to China?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to China are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to China?
As of September 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to China?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to China can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 296	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R6 600	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R8 100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 486 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom R9 226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 165 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R9 724	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 601 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 010	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,0 32 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R10 529	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 823	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 533 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R10 864	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 448 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 386	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 240 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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