Flying from Johannesburg to Beijing: what you need to know
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing taking off from here.
Touch down in Beijing at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Johannesburg.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Johannesburg to Beijing flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Beijing
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Johannesburg to Beijing flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to Beijing is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Johannesburg to Beijing flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Venture beyond Beijing and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, book your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your date of travel.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 40 kilometres from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing. August is the busiest month for a trip to Beijing. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to Beijing tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Beijing, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the southeast, its top attractions include Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you want to check out another side of China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among the biggest draws.
