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Cheapest return flight
R12 610
Typical prices: R13 715-R18 676
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/3Thu 8/3
JNB - CAN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 353
Typical prices: R7 900-R11 998
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/2
JNB - CAN • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Guangzhou. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R11 028 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 16h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Guangzhou (JNB-CAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Guangzhou

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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14:30 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
22h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
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8:30 - 3:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R12 577Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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14:30 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
22h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
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8:30 - 3:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R12 610Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 26
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13:40 - 9:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
37h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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10:45 - 6:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
R12 843Singapore Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 24
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5:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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0:15 - 4:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R13 259TAAG
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 24
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5:45 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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0:15 - 4:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R13 309TAAG
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 9:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
37h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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10:45 - 6:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
R13 841Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 6
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13:45 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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0:55 - 15:35CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 340Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 7
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18:50 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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9:20 - 11:00CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R14 822Turkish Airlines
21 hours ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
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18:50 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
31h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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23:15 - 22:25CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R14 906Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
0:55 - 15:15CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 438Qatar Airways
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou flights

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

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

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 Guangzhou. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou at R14 007 return.
•December (R18 549) and April (R17 601) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% 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 Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% 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 Guangzhou flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R7 353
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

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

    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 Guangzhou flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou range from R13 715 to R18 676, with an average of R15 941 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 715 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the R15 941 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou 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 610 to R81 582. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 755, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 52% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 172 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 185, a difference of R2 013.

    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 Guangzhou?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 49m, compared to 17h 42m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 21h 12m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

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

    Guangzhou 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    China Guangzhou Wholesale Market is one of the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou 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 R15 172, which is about R2 013 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Guangzhou trip for February. Fares historically average R14 007 return in that month – typically R4 542 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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