Travelling from Johannesburg to Beijing: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing leaving from here.
When choosing where to land in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the primary gateways.
Beijing is six hours ahead of Johannesburg and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Johannesburg to Beijing flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Beijing
To find cheap Johannesburg to Beijing flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Johannesburg to Beijing across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Save money on your Johannesburg to Beijing flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Johannesburg to Beijing flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
77.1% of flights taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Beijing and beyond.
Increase your chances of securing a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a wise move.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
April is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Beijing. To skip the crowds, go to Beijing in February.
Book a Johannesburg to Beijing ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Beijing itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key highlights.
