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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing, China from R15 256

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJS
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Beijing are usually found in February or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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R15 256

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September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 546
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Beijing
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/124:00JNB - PEK
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/10:10PEK - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R26 797

Find flights from Johannesburg to Beijing within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/1

14:35-17:10

1 stop20h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 22/1

0:10-13:10

1 stop19h 00m

R15 256

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/2

11:05-15:30

1 stop22h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sat 8/2

10:00-7:40

1 stop27h 40m

R15 419

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:10-22:20

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Thu 22/5

0:40-16:15

1 stop21h 35m

R15 618

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/1

10:10-19:15

1 stop27h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 23/1

14:30-7:40

1 stop23h 10m

R17 792

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

19:35-19:05

2 stops41h 30m

Beijing Capital

Thu 6/2

18:30-7:40

1 stop19h 10m

R17 811

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

18:50-15:55

1 stop39h 05m

Beijing Capital

Fri 23/5

23:05-21:20

2 stops28h 15m

R19 822

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

19:40-9:55

2 stops32h 15m

Beijing Capital

Thu 6/2

23:55-22:00

2 stops52h 05m

R19 858

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/2

19:35-4:45

2 stops27h 10m

Beijing Capital

Fri 7/2

2:50-9:30

2 stops36h 40m

R23 464

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Beijing including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BJS?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Beijing flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing ranges from 0.0 - 220.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 220.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Beijing when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
839 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 505 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Ethiopian Air
7,3
Good
780 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Beijing flights?

    Travellers looking to go to Beijing from Johannesburg have several options to choose from. The departing airport can be either Lanseria International Airport or O.R. Tambo International Airport. Lanseria is the smaller and quieter airport while O.R. Tambo is larger and may have more flights available. Once flying to Beijing, travellers may leave the plane at Beijing Capital Airport or Beijing Daxing Airport. Capital Airport is located 32 kilometres from the city centre and a hub for Air China, Hainan Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines. Daxing Airport is 46 kilometres from Tiananmen Square and 26 kilometres from downtown Langfang.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    At this time, there are no direct, nonstop flights that go to Beijing from Johannesburg. Instead, passengers will be required to take a stopover flight that makes a stop at one or more other airports before reaching Beijing. Some of the airlines offering these flights include Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and Air China. These flights can range in length from 17h 15 all the way to 19h 30m. The flights that get to the destination quickest will also be the more expensive ones to procure a ticket for. In most cases, one-stop flights have a less expensive ticket price than flights with at least two stops.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Beijing?

    There are several flights going from Johannesburg to Beijing with a single stop in between. These flights may touch down in locations like Hong Kong International Airport, Hamad International Airport, and Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport. There are also many flights with two or three stops between the two locations. Some flights go into Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi and Abu Dhabi International Airport while others will stop down at Shenzhen Bao’an International, Yangzhou Taizhou, and Dalian Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    Travellers going to Beijing from Johannesburg will need to have a passport as well as a visa to take a flight. The visa can take up to a week to process.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing round-trip?

    Currently priced at R15 256, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg to Beijing and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 419 and R15 618, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    On average you can expect to pay R16 393 for a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is R10 865 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at R11 197.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Beijing is Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Beijing flights?

    Johannesburg to Beijing flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Beijing

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Beijing. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 240AverageR12 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 971AverageR13 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 183AverageR13 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 474AverageR15 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 336AverageR14 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 935AverageR16 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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