What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Beijing?

Qatar Airways, Air China, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Beijing

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

As of October 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 52% 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 Johannesburg to Beijing Capital Airport is 18h 15m on average, while flying from Cape Town to Beijing Capital Airport is 20h 30m 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 October 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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12:25 - 14:45DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

20h 20m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

1:25 - 17:40PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 4

12:35 - 14:45CPT Cape Town Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

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1:25 - 17:25PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R12 831Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1

9:50 - 8:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

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19:45 - 8:25PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R13 095Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1

22:15 - 14:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

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6:50 - 10:25PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

R13 162Emirates

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

10:10 - 10:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

18h 45m1 stop Shenzhen

18:30 - 7:40PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 10m1 stop Shenzhen

R13 195Air China

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

10:10 - 10:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

18h 45m1 stop Shenzhen

18:30 - 7:40PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 10m1 stop Shenzhen

R13 211Air China

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Dec 1

9:50 - 8:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

16h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

19:45 - 8:25PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 360Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

22:15 - 22:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

18h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

0:40 - 10:25PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R13 459Emirates

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 22

9:50 - 18:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

26h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

21:30 - 8:25PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 55m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 087China Eastern

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

9:50 - 18:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

26h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

8:05 - 8:25PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 087China Eastern

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

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25h 35m1 stop Shenzhen

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40h 40m1 stop Shenzhen

R14 567Air China

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

11:10 - 20:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

27h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

18:05 - 7:25PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R15 129Cathay Pacific

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

11:10 - 12:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

18h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

10:00 - 7:25PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R15 162Cathay Pacific

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

10:05 - 23:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

31h 20m3 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Jieyang Shantou

16:00 - 20:30PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 30m3 stops Shenzhen Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

R15 311Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

13:30 - 1:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

30h 05m3 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Hong Kong Intl

16:00 - 20:30PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 30m3 stops Shenzhen Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

R16 320Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

18:25 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

6:50 - 11:35PEK Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R20 701Emirates

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

13:15 - 15:00CPT Cape Town Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

19h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:25 - 17:25PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R28 886Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

10:40 - 7:15CPT Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

38h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

16:40 - 9:25PEK Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R32 375Singapore Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

10:40 - 6:35CPT Cape Town Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

37h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

9:25 - 9:25PKX Beijing Daxing Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R32 375Singapore Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

19:25 - 17:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital

39h 55m2 stops Lusaka Addis Ababa Bole

0:10 - 0:05PEK Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Kinshasa N'djili

R49 686Ethiopian Air

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26

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Nov 2

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Nov 21

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Nov 9

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m

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PEK14:40Beijing Capital

Nov 20

PEK0:45Beijing Capital

36h 25m

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Nov 4

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PEK Beijing Capital

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

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R13 360

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PEK Beijing Capital

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Tue 10/11

22:15-22:30

1 stop18h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 22/11

0:40-10:25

1 stop39h 45m

R13 459

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PEK Beijing Capital

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

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2 stops26h 10m

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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 327. 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 509.

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 R14 989 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 392 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Beijing flight.

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Best price found	R6 498
Fastest flight time	18h 15m
Direct flights	Thu and Sat
Airports in Beijing	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Beijing from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R6 498. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 732.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Beijing takes 18h 15m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Beijing on Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports in Beijing. From South Africa there are direct flights to Beijing Capital (PEK).

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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 October 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 763	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 166 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 350	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 627 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 724 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 519	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 042 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 707	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 543 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 747	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 679 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R15 171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 516 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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