What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

May is currently the cheapest month to fly to China . At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to China?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

Zhengzhou is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Zhengzhou typically cost R908, while return flights cost around R3 092.

How much is a return flight to China?

A return flight to China will typically cost around R509, however they can be found for as little as R318.

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to China, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 25 minutes).

Does Shanghai Pu Dong have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Pu Dong can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?

Yes. Shanghai Pu Dong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dazhong Airport Hotel South Building is the closest property to Shanghai Pu Dong (0,0 km away from Shanghai Pu Dong).

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Return from	R12 093
One-way from	R9 439
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R12 794

Qatar Airways
6/3-12/3
2 total stops
39h 45m total
Johannesburg to Guangzhou

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Cathay Pacific
2/7
1 total stop
17h 30m total
Johannesburg to China

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Thu 17/414:30JNB - PVG

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Sun 27/40:20PVG - JNB

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Thu 6/313:20JNB - CAN

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Wed 12/30:55CAN - JNB

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Deal found 21/2R12 093

Mon 24/214:35JNB - PEK

1 stop20h 35mEthiopian Air

Sun 9/30:10PEK - JNB

1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 20/2R12 278

Mon 12/513:45JNB - CAN

1 stop16h 25mSingapore Airlines

Thu 22/51:20CAN - JNB

1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 21/2R12 960

Wed 5/323:00JNB - CAN

1 stop34h 00mEthiopian Air

Tue 11/37:45CAN - JNB

1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air

Deal found 21/2R13 107

Wed 16/419:50JNB - PEK

1 stop29h 25mSingapore Airlines

Wed 21/58:55PEK - JNB

1 stop27h 15mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 20/2R13 660

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Thu 17/414:30JNB - PVG

1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air

Sun 27/40:20PVG - JNB

1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 20/2R11 706

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Deal found 21/2R12 093

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1 stop16h 25mSingapore Airlines

Thu 22/51:20CAN - JNB

1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 21/2R12 960

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2 stops27h 15mAir China

Tue 11/312:40CAN - JNB

2 stops25h 00mAir China

Deal found 21/2R13 863

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1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/323:45PVG - JNB

2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/2R14 139

Sun 6/49:50JNB - PVG

1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways

Sat 19/418:55PVG - JNB

1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/2R15 743

Thu 20/313:25JNB - PEK

1 stop19h 20mEmirates

Thu 27/36:50PEK - JNB

1 stop33h 35mEmirates

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JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/4

14:30-15:45

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 27/4

0:20-13:05

1 stop18h 45m

R11 706

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

13:20-14:25

1 stop19h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 12/3

0:55-15:35

1 stop20h 40m

R12 093

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

14:35-17:10

1 stop20h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 26/3

0:10-13:10

1 stop19h 00m

R12 499

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

13:45-12:10

1 stop16h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 22/5

1:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

R12 960

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

23:00-15:00

1 stop34h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 11/3

7:45-20:00

1 stop18h 15m

R13 107

JohannesburgBeijing

JNB - PEK

JNBPEK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/4

19:50-7:15

1 stop29h 25m

Beijing Capital

Wed 21/5

8:55-6:10

1 stop27h 15m

R13 660

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

10:10-19:25

2 stops27h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 11/3

12:40-7:40

2 stops25h 00m

R13 863

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

18:35-16:20

3 stops39h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

0:35-16:10

1 stop21h 35m

R14 139

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - PVG

JNBPVG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

10:10-22:50

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 25/6

18:50-7:40

2 stops42h 50m

R14 361

JohannesburgShanghai

JNB - SHA

JNBSHA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

10:10-14:15

1 stop22h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

20:25-7:40

2 stops41h 15m

R14 729

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Best time to book a flight to China

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Estimated return price

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Travel insights for flights to China

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

How long is the flight to China?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to China takes 25 hours 39 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to China?

Users looking for the lowest fares to China should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Air China.

Qatar Airways

From R655

Singapore Airlines

From R453

Air China

From R400

Emirates

From R830

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to China are Air China, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in China by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 260.0 mm 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

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chengdu.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and KLM to China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 299 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM

7,8

Good

1 331 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

821 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 609 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 276 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

What is good to know if travelling to China?

For some serious shopping therapy and a vibrant nightlife scene, pay a visit to Hong Kong Island, a mere bus ride away from the central city lands you in this destination with its unusual mix of Western and Asian cultures.
Make sure you get around to seeing Beijing, China’s capital which is home to some all-star attractions such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, parts of the Great Wall of China, and the lovely Summer Palace.
History buffs have to make their way to Xi’an, the ancient imperial capital of China. On show here are sites such as the Goose Pagodas, the Bell and Drum Towers, Ming City Walls, and the famed Terra Cotta Warriors!

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to China?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?
Zhengzhou is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Zhengzhou typically cost R908, while return flights cost around R3 092.
How much is a return flight to China?
A return flight to China will typically cost around R509, however they can be found for as little as R318.
Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to China, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 25 minutes).
Does Shanghai Pu Dong have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Pu Dong can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?
Yes. Shanghai Pu Dong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dazhong Airport Hotel South Building is the closest property to Shanghai Pu Dong (0,0 km away from Shanghai Pu Dong).

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Rainfall in China by month

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What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to China in the last few years. This data was updated on 21 February 2025.

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chengdu.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and KLM to China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

What is good to know if travelling to China?

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to China?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

How much is a return flight to China?

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

Does Shanghai Pu Dong have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?

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