How many flights depart from South Africa to Beijing on average per week?

As of November 2026, 6 flights take off from South Africa and land in Beijing each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Beijing?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Air China are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Beijing. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Beijing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Beijing?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Beijing depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Beijing Capital Airport is 19h 05m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Beijing Capital Airport is 19h 20m on average. Beijing Capital Airport is the most popular airport in Beijing.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Beijing?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Beijing are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Beijing?

As of November 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Beijing.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Beijing?

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 South Africa to Beijing.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing 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 Beijing. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6

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Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 28

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Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20

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R13 266China Eastern

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

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R13 332China Eastern

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20

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18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 348China Eastern

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

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R13 414Emirates

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R13 612Emirates

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20

20:20 - 14:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

36h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

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R15 375Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 20

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Beijing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 282. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in February, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 596.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Beijing?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing for around R15 043 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing from South Africa for as low as R11 354 on momondo.

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Best price found	R31 328
Fastest flight time	19h 05m
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The best one-way flight to Beijing from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R31 328. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 217.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Beijing takes 19h 05m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Beijing?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Beijing are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Beijing?
As of November 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Beijing.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Beijing?
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 South Africa to Beijing.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing 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 Beijing. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Air China	PriceFrom R9 762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 168 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 316	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 635 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 711 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 046 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 785	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 557 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 705	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 687 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R15 121	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 538 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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