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Cheapest return flight
R10 987
Typical prices: R17 312-R25 873
TAAG
Mon 12/11Fri 23/11
CAN - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 516
Typical prices: R9 634-R14 371
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/11
CAN - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Guangzhou and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 30% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg R14 306 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 15h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg (CAN-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Guangzhou to OR Tambo

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 23
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0:15 - 4:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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16:40 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R10 987TAAG
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 4
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3:15 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 10m2 stops Hanoi Noibai Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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8:20 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
R14 394Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:55 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 30m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:40 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R14 694Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:55 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 30m3 stops Chiang Mai Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:40 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R14 744Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:45 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 18:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
26h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Beijing Daxing Intl
R15 209China Eastern
15 hours ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:55 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 30m3 stops Chiang Mai Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:25 - 2:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
30h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
R15 242Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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3:05 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 20m3 stops Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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23:00 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
38h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
R15 591Multiple Airlines
15 hours ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:10 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 15m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Phnom Penh Techo Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:40 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R15 641Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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0:55 - 15:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R23 536Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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0:55 - 16:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl
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13:45 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R30 484Qatar Airways
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R17 312 to R25 873. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 987 on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 35% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R16 206 return.
•April (R25 913) and October (R25 714) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R6 516
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 86% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Guangzhou to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guangzhou to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 17 162 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R17 312 to R25 873, with an average of R23 147 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 312 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 047, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R494 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 67% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R15 209 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R26 296, a difference of R11 087.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 34m, compared to 21h 04m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 23h 35m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ).

  • What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 6 hours behind Guangzhou (South Africa Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average R15 209, which is about R11 087 less than Saturday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for June. Fares historically average R16 206 return in that month – typically R9 707 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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