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November 23 - November 30

Cheapest

JNB - Beijing

$1,052

$756

Round trip

September 14 - September 20

JNB - Beijing

$1,244

$758

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July 23 - July 30

Earliest

JNB - Beijing

$1,155

$763

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September 16 - September 22

JNB - Beijing

$1,243

$766

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October 22 - October 25

JNB - Beijing

$1,253

$767

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November 16 - November 23

JNB - Beijing

$1,041

$767

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November 9 - November 15

JNB - Beijing

$1,046

$772

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October 2 - October 12

JNB - Beijing

$1,147

$777

Round trip

December 1 - December 13

Best

JNB - Beijing

$1,493

$778

Round trip

November 9 - November 23

JNB - Beijing

$1,041

$786

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Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing, prices typically range from $786–$1258, with a median of $922. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing? The data indicates that December and January are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $503. Following these, June also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $886. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing are connecting flights, with 0% being direct. For the majority of these connecting itineraries, you can expect to make 2 stopovers. This means that travelers should account for additional time during their journey.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Beijing? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 29h 55m. This duration reflects the need for at least two stopovers on most routes, making it a substantial travel commitment.

The distance between Johannesburg and Beijing is approximately 11,708 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, meaning you should prepare for an extended period of travel.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Beijing

Regular price: $925 - $1,222

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $925 and $1222. The current lowest deal is $756 with Etihad Airways, for travel from November 23 to November 30.

now $756

Low $925

High $1,222

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing is January, with a median price of $503. The most expensive month to fly is October, with a median price of $1902. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $503

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,902

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Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Beijing

Etihad Airways

Emirates Airlines

Qatar Airways

Singapore Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Beijing

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Beijing

Johannesburg (JNB) - Beijing (PEK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,155

$1,011

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Beijing

Johannesburg (JNB) - Beijing (PEK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,172

$1,112

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Beijing

Johannesburg (JNB) - Beijing (PKX)

Etihad Airways

$1,142

$915

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Beijing

Johannesburg (JNB) - Beijing (PEK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,104

$939

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Beijing

Johannesburg (JNB) - Beijing (PEK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,100

$989

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Beijing

Johannesburg (JNB) - Beijing (PEK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,096

$1,017

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing

12 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 13

$1,493 → $778

48%

13 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 14

$1,493 → $816

45%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,479 → $823

44%

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$1,476 → $948

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing

Johannesburg - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Johannesburg to Beijing are above the typical level, with a median of $922.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December or January for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are December and January, with median prices of $503.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 29h 55m

The median flight duration from Johannesburg to Beijing is 29 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Etihad Airways has 45 connecting deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing are frequent, occurring 0.67 times per day.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$756

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport is another option for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1236

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good arrival option for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$756

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Beijing Capital International is another arrival option for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$777

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Beijing Capital International is the primary international gateway for Beijing, offering an extensive global and domestic flight network.

📍 ~20 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$777

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a state-of-the-art secondary hub with excellent high-speed rail and express subway connections.

📍 ~48 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail and express subway)

💸 Flights from ~$756

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is the closest major airport outside of Beijing city limits, connected via 30-minute high-speed rail.

📍 ~117 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$945

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International (SJW)

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International is marketed as a low-cost alternative for Beijing travelers, offering integrated air-rail transport services.

📍 ~260 km from Beijing (reachable by integrated air-rail transport)

💸 Flights from ~$1028

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Jinan Yaoqiang International is a major regional hub accessible via the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed railway corridor.

📍 ~300 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed railway)

💸 Flights from ~$1036

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

77% AI deal score

$4,597

From JNB

Elite

Jul 09

Beijing, China

77% AI deal score

$4,957

$4,925

Save $32

From JNB

Elite

Jul 05

Beijing, China

77% AI deal score

Beijing, China

75% AI deal score

$6,886

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare various options and identify potential savings. Looking into different airlines and layover possibilities may also reveal lower prices.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though the ideal window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Last-minute bookings can sometimes be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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