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Cheapest return flight
R12 112
Typical prices: R17 304-R25 861
TAAG
Mon 3/12Sat 8/12
CAN - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 978
Typical prices: R9 630-R14 364
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/11
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 R13 384 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 15h 43m (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, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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0:15 - 14:40CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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5:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R12 112TAAG
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
China Eastern Logo
11:50 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 35m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 19:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Beijing Daxing Intl
R13 591China Eastern
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:50 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 35m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 19:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Beijing Daxing Intl
R13 707China Eastern
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
TAAG Logo
0:15 - 14:40CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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5:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R13 840TAAG
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 15
China Eastern Logo
7:55 - 8:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 30m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
China Eastern Logo
9:50 - 0:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
32h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Shanghai Pu Dong
R14 022China Eastern
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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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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5:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R15 019Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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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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9:50 - 2:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
34h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
R15 219Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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0:55 - 15:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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23:00 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
37h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
R15 734Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31
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0:55 - 3:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:25 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
23h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R19 173Qatar Airways
Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 1
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0:55 - 3:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R21 532Qatar Airways
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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 304 to R25 861. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 112 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 199 return.
•April (R25 902) and October (R25 702) 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 978
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 114% increase in traveller numbers.
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?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business 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 304 to R25 861, with an average of R23 137 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 304 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Guangzhou to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 112 to R51 803. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R9 390, which is 19% 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 R113 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • 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) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 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 202 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R26 284, a difference of R11 082.

    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 43m, compared to 21h 04m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 24h 42m 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 202, about R11 082 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 199 return in that month – typically R9 703 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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