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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Beijing, China from R7 829

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BJS
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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 6 March 2026.

Mon 16/314:35
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/30:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3R13 594
Thu 5/318:30
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Sat 14/36:50
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop39h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 3/3R13 957
Thu 12/313:50
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/50:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R14 255
Sun 24/513:50
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop21h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/50:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop18h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R14 436
Wed 15/413:15
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 10m
Emirates
Wed 22/47:25
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop39h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 1/3R14 816
Sun 19/413:15
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 10m
Emirates
Sun 26/47:25
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop39h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 5/3R14 998
Wed 1/413:50
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop21h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/40:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop18h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/3R15 295
Wed 1/415:25
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/40:10
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/3R15 527
Sun 24/56:05
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/50:40
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3R15 840
Mon 16/39:00
CPT
-
PEK
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/30:40
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3R15 940
Sat 18/413:15
CPT
-
PEK
1 stop20h 10m
Emirates
Sat 25/47:25
PEK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 4/3R15 989

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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 594

One-way from

R7 829

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 783
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Beijing
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29/3
  • 29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Beijing
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R35 779 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 871 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 6 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

13:50-17:20

1 stop21h 30m

Beijing Capital

Fri 29/5

0:10-13:00

1 stop18h 50m

R14 436

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

13:15-15:25

1 stop20h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 22/4

7:25-16:40

1 stop39h 15m

R14 816

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:15-15:25

1 stop20h 10m

Beijing Capital

Sun 26/4

7:25-16:40

1 stop39h 15m

R14 998

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

13:15-15:25

1 stop20h 10m

Beijing Capital

Fri 24/4

0:40-11:30

1 stop40h 50m

R16 055

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

6:05-15:25

2 stops27h 20m

Beijing Capital

Tue 21/4

0:40-11:30

1 stop40h 50m

R16 138

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

9:25-17:10

2 stops25h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 22/3

0:10-22:45

2 stops28h 35m

R16 171
Fastest return journey

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

15:25-17:20

1 stop19h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sun 31/5

0:10-13:00

1 stop18h 50m

R16 237

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

10:40-14:40

2 stops22h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 30/5

16:35-9:25

2 stops22h 50m

R16 385

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

13:50-17:20

1 stop21h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 25/5

0:10-13:00

1 stop18h 50m

R16 452

Cape TownBeijing

CPT - PEK

CPTPEK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

15:20-10:55

2 stops37h 35m

Beijing Capital

Thu 30/4

18:30-9:45

2 stops45h 15m

R16 798

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

Booking 4 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.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing (average of R9 977). Flying from Cape Town to Beijing in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 361). 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.

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 49% 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 998.

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 Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 09m.

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 16m.

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 6 March 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
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
961 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 20h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Emirates 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 Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Beijing, with prices starting at R9 480. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R12 677 and R13 288, respectively. These flights start at 35% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Beijing (average of R9 977). Flying from Cape Town to Beijing in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 361). 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 6 March 2026.
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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 6 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 480AverageR14 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 677AverageR16 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 288AverageR15 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 163AverageR16 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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