Cheap South Africa-to-China flights

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Where in China will you fly to from South Africa?

There are 259 places in China you could fly to from South Africa. Here are the best prices out there.

Flying from South Africa to China: fast facts

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 1,365
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time12 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week27

The cheapest time of the year to fly from South Africa to China

The cheapest flight deals from South Africa to China

Flights from South Africa to China: FAQs

The cheapest time of year to fly from South Africa to China is usually February and costs around AED 2,329.

If you're not sure when you want to go, and February doesn't work for you, we can help. Just take a look at the prices for the rest of the year and you can quickly plan a trip that suits your budget.
The cheapest flight ticket we've found from South Africa to China  is AED 2,329. This flight departs on the Monday, February 3, 2025.

If this flight doesn't suit you, there are lots more to choose from. Take a look at different dates and prices to find the right flight for you today.
The cheapest airline flying to China  from South Africa is Ethiopian Airlines. Flights cost around AED 2,329. 

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How to find cheap flights from South Africa to China

Looking for flight tickets from South Africa to China? Whether you're flying one-way or round-trip, here are a few tips on how to score the best price and make your flight journey as smooth as possible.

  • Simply hit "search." From United Airlines to international carriers like Emirates, we've compared flights from all major airlines and online travel agents to find the cheapest South Africa–China flights. And with us, there are no hidden fees – what you see is what you pay.
  • Flex your dates to secure the best fares for your South Africa-to-China ticket. If your travel dates are flexible, use Skyscanner's "Whole month" tool to find the cheapest month, and even day to fly from South Africa to China.
  • Set up a Price Alert. We price-check with over 1,000 travel companies so you don't have to. You can easily track the price of your airline tickets from South Africa to China by creating an alert. Whenever prices go up or down, you'll get an email or push notification to help make sure you get the best possible flight deal.
  • Look for direct flights. Only interested in direct flights from South Africa to China? Make sure to tick "Direct flights only" when performing a search. If there are direct South Africa–China flights available, these will appear in the results.
  • Find the cheapest Business Class flights from South Africa to China. Check the difference in price of your plane ticket to China from South Africa when traveling in Economy, Premium Economy, Business or First Class. Note that not all cabin classes are available for every destination or airline.
  • Include nearby airports in your search. Widen your search for South Africa-to-China flight deals by selecting the "add nearby airports" option. This will allow you to see flight prices for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
  • Search for flights on the go. To get the best flight booking experience on the go, download our app and search for cheap flight tickets from South Africa to China when out and about.

Book a ticket from South Africa to China with extra peace of mind

  • Find flexible flights from South Africa to China. Your airline might be offering flexible flight tickets from South Africa to China, which means you won't lose out if your flight has to be changed or canceled.
  • Add travel cost protection. Avoid travel pitfalls and research the possibility of adding insurance to your South Africa–China flight booking.

Combine your flight from South Africa to China with hotels and car rental

Once you've secured your plane ticket, we'll also help you discover the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in China or close by. Lastly, compare hundreds of car rental companies at once so you get the best car rental deals for your trip.

Compare South Africa-to-China flight tickets with other routes using the Everywhere search

Not quite yet set on flying to China from South Africa? You can easily browse other destinations by searching flights to "Everywhere" – this will allow you to find the cheapest place to travel from your origin.


Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.