Johannesburg, South AfricaBeijing, China

Flights from Johannesburg to Beijing

Nonstop flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Beijing (PEK) take about 15h 8m (11,709 km). Air China flies it. Lowest fare seen: $531 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Beijing

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A stunning aerial view of ancient Chinese architecture with Beijing's city skyline in the background. — arriving in Beijing

Airport transfer

PEK → Beijing, booked before you fly

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Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — lounges at Johannesburg Airport

Johannesburg Airport · 6 lounges

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Airlines flying Johannesburg to Beijing

Carriers on JNB–PEK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Johannesburg to Beijing fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $531 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $397. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$56531 Oct 2026 · Air China	$482 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$53112 Nov 2026 · Air China	$397 · 1 stop15 Nov 2026
Apr 2027	—	$472 · 1 stop1 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $397 in November 2026, against $472 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Johannesburg to Beijing, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Beijing

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Johannesburg to Beijing flights

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 15h 8m, covering 11,709 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Johannesburg from Beijing by air?

The great-circle distance between O.R. Tambo International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport is 11,709 km (7,276 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the JNB–PEK route include Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JNB–PEK was $531 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 12 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Beijing?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $397 one-way, against $482 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Johannesburg to Beijing?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $519 with one stop against $531 nonstop, a saving of $12. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from South Africa to China?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Beijing?

China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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