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Cheapest return flight
R12 676
Typical prices: R12 350-R16 431
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/12Tue 11/12
JNB - PKX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 791
Typical prices: R7 649-R11 072
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/4
JNB - PEK • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Beijing. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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JNB - PKX
Cheapest • 5% average savings
JNB - PEK
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 12% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg R12 707 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 17h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Beijing (JNB-BJS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Beijing

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
19h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
1:25 - 15:35PKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 676Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 8:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
16h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:45 - 8:25PKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 236Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 8:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
16h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
19:45 - 8:25PKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 236Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Emirates Logo
18:50 - 14:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital
37h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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0:40 - 16:40PEK  Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 417Emirates
3+ days ago
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 19
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 22:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital
30h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
0:40 - 10:25PEK  Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 434Emirates
2 days ago
Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 12
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital
19h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
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16:40 - 6:10PEK  Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
R13 747Singapore Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
Air China Logo
10:10 - 11:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital
19h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
Air China Logo
18:30 - 7:40PEK  Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
R13 912Air China
2 days ago
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 11
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
19h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
1:25 - 15:35PKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 928Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
Air China Logo
10:20 - 11:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital
19h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
Air China Logo
21:00 - 7:40PEK  Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
R14 060Air China
3+ days ago
Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 19
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 23:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PEK Beijing Capital
27h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:45 - 6:10PEK  Beijing Capital-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
R57 625Singapore Airlines
21 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing typically range from R12 350 to R16 431. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 676 on Qatar Airways.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flight route?

There's little price difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing routes. They average around R13 867 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing at R12 379 return.
•December (R15 989) and September (R15 247) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R6 791
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Beijing

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing takes 00m, covering 18 795 km.

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

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing range from R12 350 to R16 431, with an average of R14 145 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 350 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the R14 145 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 805, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and may arrive at several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 533 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R15 725, a difference of R2 192.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 47m, compared to 18h 33m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 20h 32m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 533, which is about R2 192 less than Saturday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Beijing trip for January. Fares historically average R12 379 return in that month – typically R3 610 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Beijing Capital Airport.

    • Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport
    • Capital Airport International Hotel
    • Crowne Plaza Beijing International Airport By IHG

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