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Cheapest return flight
R12 496
Typical prices: R13 380-R18 356
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/12Fri 21/12
JNB - CAN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 228
Typical prices: R7 803-R12 155
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/12
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 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R10 915 (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

Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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14:30 - 18:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Changsha Huanghua Intl
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8:30 - 20:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 40m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R12 496Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 27
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14:30 - 17:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 20m2 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 546Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
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16:40 - 7:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
33h 10m1 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
R12 645TAAG
2 days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 26
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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
R12 645TAAG
2 days ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 24
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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 176Qatar Airways
3 hours ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
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1:35 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
35h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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21:40 - 15:50CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R14 554Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 5
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13:40 - 12:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
16h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
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13:30 - 6:10CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
R14 670Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 30
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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22:10 - 10:55CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R15 131Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1
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
R15 476Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 29
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:35 - 9:05CAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl
R18 950Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

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 8% 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 R13 764 return.
•December (R18 341) and April (R17 370) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% 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 27% 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

August

Cheapest flight

R7 228
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
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 380 to R18 356, with an average of R15 548 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 380 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 14% above the R15 548 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 496 to R47 150. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R9 709.

  • 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 R14 818 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R16 810, a difference of R1 992.

    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.

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 R14 818, about R1 992 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 27% 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 R13 764 return in that month – typically R4 577 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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