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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Beijing, China from R9 281

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BJS
Jun 25 — Jul 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 May 2026.

Sun 26/716:35
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 24/80:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/5R15 366
Tue 28/713:15
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop27h 05m
Emirates
Mon 3/87:25
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop39h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 25/5R15 578
Sat 1/818:25
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop21h 55m
Emirates
Fri 4/97:25
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 22/5R15 594
Mon 6/716:35
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/76:45
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop35h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/5R15 725
Sat 26/920:00
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/107:25
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5R15 904
Sun 26/710:40
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops38h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 25/88:55
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/5R16 198
Thu 16/713:30
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/77:25
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5R16 377
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/77:25
PEK
-
CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5R16 769
Fri 17/716:35
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop41h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 25/77:20
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/5R16 785
Tue 28/77:00
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops50h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/80:40
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5R17 013
Thu 16/716:35
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop41h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 30/77:20
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/5R17 046

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 366

One-way from

R9 281

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 935
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/7-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 72h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Beijing
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 15/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Beijing
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 195 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 734 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 May 2026.
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Price

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Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

16:35-5:50

1 stop31h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 24/8

0:10-11:50

1 stop41h 40m

R15 366

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/7

16:35-5:15

1 stop30h 40m

Beijing Capital

Wed 22/7

6:45-11:50

1 stop35h 05m

R15 725

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/9

8:00-22:20

2 stops32h 20m

Beijing Capital

Fri 16/10

7:25-11:45

2 stops34h 20m

R16 149

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

10:40-7:15

2 stops38h 35m

Beijing Capital

Tue 25/8

8:55-9:25

2 stops30h 30m

R16 198

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/7

16:35-15:35

1 stop41h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 25/7

7:20-11:50

1 stop34h 30m

R16 785

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/7

7:00-15:25

2 stops50h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sun 2/8

0:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

R17 013
Fastest return journey

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/8

15:20-22:20

2 stops25h 00m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/9

0:40-16:40

1 stop22h 00m

R17 111

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

16:35-5:50

1 stop31h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 7/7

7:20-11:50

1 stop34h 30m

R17 829

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

18:25-15:25

1 stop39h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 20/6

0:40-11:30

1 stop40h 50m

R18 122

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/7

16:35-5:50

1 stop31h 15m

Beijing Capital

Wed 15/7

6:45-11:50

1 stop35h 05m

R18 644

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Beijing from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Beijing

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing (average of R6 329). Flying from Cape Town to Beijing in August is currently the most expensive (average of R13 408). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Beijing?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Beijing chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Beijing on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to Beijing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R13 824.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Beijing?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Beijing, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 23m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Beijing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 17m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing?

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Beijing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated 26 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Beijing to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 002 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 outbound flights to Beijing per day from 4 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Beijing?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Beijing in 31h 15m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 12957 km between Cape Town and Beijing. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Beijing round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Beijing, with prices starting at R11 364. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R12 519 and R12 876, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing (average of R6 329). Flying from Cape Town to Beijing in August is currently the most expensive (average of R13 408). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Cape Town to Beijing on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Beijing. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 26 May 2026.
Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town Intl to Beijing
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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Beijing

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Beijing. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 364AverageR18 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 519AverageR14 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 876AverageR14 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 987AverageR16 303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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