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Cheap flights from Cape Town to China from R13 316

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — PVG
Apr 26 — May 31
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to China flight deals. Data was last updated 21 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 316

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 617
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 45m total
  • Cape Town to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R24 987 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 336 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Cape Town to China

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2025.

Mon 9/613:00CPT - CAN
1 stop20h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 18/61:35CAN - CPT
1 stop39h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R13 316
Tue 9/910:40CPT - CAN
2 stops40h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sat 20/910:40CAN - CPT
2 stops52h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/4R14 426
Mon 26/57:20CPT - CAN
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/619:30CAN - CPT
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R15 667
Sun 1/613:00CPT - PVG
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 13/60:35PVG - CPT
1 stop40h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R16 514
Thu 24/710:40CPT - PVG
2 stops37h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 30/719:10PVG - CPT
2 stops44h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/4R17 022
Mon 8/913:05CPT - PEK
1 stop27h 15mEmirates
Sat 20/97:25PEK - CPT
1 stop34h 10mEmirates
Deal found 19/4R17 417
Sun 1/618:25CPT - PVG
1 stop39h 05mEmirates
Sat 14/67:15PVG - CPT
1 stop39h 35mEmirates
Deal found 20/4R18 075
Mon 8/914:35CPT - PEK
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/90:10PEK - CPT
1 stop20h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/4R18 564
Mon 8/910:40CPT - PEK
2 stops30h 20mSingapore Airlines
Sat 20/916:35PEK - CPT
2 stops46h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/4R18 808
Mon 8/910:40CPT - PEK
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/90:05PEK - CPT
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R19 034
Sun 1/613:00CPT - PVG
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/60:35PVG - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R19 147
Tue 20/514:30CPT - CAN
3 stops22h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 26/522:10CAN - CPT
3 stops48h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/4R20 520

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to China 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 21 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/6

13:00-15:30

1 stop20h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 18/6

1:35-10:50

1 stop39h 15m

R13 316

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

10:40-9:25

2 stops40h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 20/9

10:40-9:25

2 stops52h 45m

R14 426

Cape TownGuangzhou

CPT - CAN

CPTCAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

7:20-14:05

2 stops24h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 2/6

19:30-10:50

1 stop21h 20m

R15 667

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

13:00-16:20

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/6

0:35-10:50

1 stop40h 15m

R16 514

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/7

10:40-6:35

2 stops37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 30/7

19:10-9:25

2 stops44h 15m

R17 022

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

13:05-22:20

1 stop27h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sat 20/9

7:25-11:35

1 stop34h 10m

R17 417

Cape TownShanghai

CPT - PVG

CPTPVG

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

18:25-15:30

1 stop39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/6

7:15-16:50

1 stop39h 35m

R18 075

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

14:35-17:20

1 stop20h 45m

Beijing Capital

Fri 19/9

0:10-14:35

1 stop20h 25m

R18 564

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

10:40-23:00

2 stops30h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sat 20/9

16:35-9:25

2 stops46h 50m

R18 808

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

10:40-23:00

2 stops30h 20m

Beijing Capital

Fri 19/9

0:05-23:35

2 stops29h 30m

R19 034

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to China?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to China (average of R654). Flying from Cape Town to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R912). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to China as you normally would.

Rainfall in China by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 21 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to China, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to China?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to China. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to China?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to China?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to China?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to China (average of R654). Flying from Cape Town to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of R912). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to China

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to China. 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 21 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 607AverageR14 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 707AverageR16 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 938AverageR17 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 069AverageR19 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR19 528AverageR22 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR20 026AverageR24 065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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