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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Japan from R8 489

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — FUK
Mar 18 — Mar 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 February 2026.

Wed 13/513:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/520:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 266
Tue 28/413:00
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop41h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/515:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/2R13 505
Fri 22/513:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 4/620:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R13 617
Wed 29/413:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 17/520:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/2R13 840
Sun 26/413:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 17/520:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/2R14 015
Wed 3/613:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/620:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops24h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/2R14 190
Wed 27/513:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 24/620:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R14 206
Thu 4/613:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 15/620:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R14 238
Mon 19/1010:40
CPT
-
KIX
2 stops27h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 18/1116:50
KIX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 381
Fri 5/613:00
CPT
-
HND
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/622:50
HND
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2R14 732
Sun 17/513:00
CPT
-
HND
1 stop27h 55m
Japan Airlines
Sun 24/522:50
HND
-
CPT
1 stop43h 40m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 14/2R15 193
Mon 11/513:00
CPT
-
HND
1 stop27h 55m
Japan Airlines
Wed 27/522:50
HND
-
CPT
1 stop43h 40m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 15/2R15 225

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 16 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 266

One-way from

R8 489

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 158
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/5-22/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Japan
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R25 696 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 241 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Japan 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 16 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Japan that are best for you.

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Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 22/5

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R13 266

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 4/6

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R13 617

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 17/5

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R13 840

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 15/6

20:40-14:35

2 stops24h 55m

R14 190

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 20/6

20:40-14:35

2 stops24h 55m

R14 652

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 20/6

20:40-14:35

2 stops24h 55m

R14 811

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

13:00-23:55

1 stop27h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 24/5

22:50-11:30

1 stop43h 40m

R15 193

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 17/6

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R15 209

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

15:25-19:40

2 stops45h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 17/5

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R15 257

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

10:40-7:15

2 stops37h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 12/6

8:30-9:25

2 stops31h 55m

R15 464

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Japan

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Japan (average of R11 499). Flying from Cape Town to Japan in September is currently the most expensive (average of R14 620). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated 16 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, andEmirates from Cape Town to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 455 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 519 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 741 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 704 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Japan. 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 Japan?

    If you book a flight to Japan from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

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

    Departing from Cape Town to Japan will take you 22h 50m. There are 14771 km between Cape Town and Japan. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Japan one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 124. Users have also found prices from R8 366 and R8 383 on Singapore Airlines and Japan Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Japan?

    The most popular flight routes from Cape Town to Japan are Cape Town Intl - Tokyo Narita, Cape Town Intl - Tokyo Haneda and Cape Town Intl - Osaka Kansai Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Japan 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 Japan?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Japan (average of R11 499). Flying from Cape Town to Japan in September is currently the most expensive (average of R14 620). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Japan

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Japan. 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 16 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 140AverageR16 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 777AverageR14 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 220AverageR18 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR13 478AverageR15 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 672AverageR20 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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