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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Tokyo from R8 014

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — TYO
Jun 21 — Jun 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 May 2026.

Thu 4/619:30
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop42h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/617:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R14 180
Thu 16/713:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 1/822:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R14 279
Thu 17/913:15
CPT
-
HND
1 stop27h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/101:35
HND
-
CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R14 494
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop42h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/617:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R14 790
Fri 19/613:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/617:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 005
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop42h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/617:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 203
Mon 23/1119:00
CPT
-
HND
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/121:25
HND
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 219
Mon 23/1112:35
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/1216:55
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 252
Fri 22/519:30
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/516:55
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R15 269
Thu 17/1212:35
CPT
-
HND
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/123:30
HND
-
CPT
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 466
Thu 17/1212:35
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/116:55
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 483
Sun 1/1118:55
CPT
-
HND
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1123:30
HND
-
CPT
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R15 631

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Tokyo (TYO). 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 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 180

One-way from

R8 014

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 598
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Tokyo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Tokyo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 932 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 917 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Tokyo 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 22 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

19:30-20:40

1 stop42h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/6

17:25-13:10

1 stop26h 45m

R14 790

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:30-12:55

1 stop34h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 15/6

22:25-10:15

1 stop42h 50m

R15 532

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

13:15-0:05

1 stop27h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 8/10

1:35-17:30

1 stop22h 55m

R15 681

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

18:55-23:55

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 27/11

23:30-17:25

1 stop24h 55m

R15 829

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

9:00-20:40

2 stops28h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/6

17:25-13:10

1 stop26h 45m

R17 396

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

13:50-1:00

3 stops28h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 25/11

23:30-17:25

1 stop24h 55m

R18 006

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 29/6

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R18 418

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

14:35-19:40

2 stops22h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/6

20:40-13:45

2 stops24h 05m

R18 632

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

19:30-20:40

1 stop42h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 11/6

22:25-14:35

2 stops47h 10m

R18 731

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-22:30

2 stops44h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 18/6

12:35-10:15

2 stops28h 40m

R18 880

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Tokyo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tokyo from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Tokyo

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Tokyo (average of R9 151). Flying from Cape Town to Tokyo in March is currently the most expensive (average of R33 967). 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 Tokyo?

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

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

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 73% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

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

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R15 609.

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 21h 30m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Tokyo, 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 1h 17m.

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

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Tokyo is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated 22 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines,Singapore Airlines, andEmirates from Cape Town to Tokyo 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
1 825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

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
1 825 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

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
1 522 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

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
3 575 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

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
3 730 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

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
1 001 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

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 Tokyo. 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 Tokyo?

    For a flight from Cape Town to Tokyo, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Tokyo per day. 5 airlines have flights to Tokyo from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

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

    For as low as R18 418, Qatar Airways can have you in Tokyo from Cape Town in 22h 50m. The distance from Cape Town to Tokyo is about 14771 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Singapore Airlines, at R13 028, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Tokyo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Tokyo?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Tokyo is Doha. Cape Town to Tokyo flights stop in Johannesburg the next most. Singapore follows Johannesburg in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Cape Town to Tokyo flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Tokyo flights?

    Cape Town to Tokyo flights have a stopover in Seoul least often. Addis Ababa follows Seoul in terms of the least common stopover location on Cape Town to Tokyo flights. Dubai comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Cape Town to Tokyo flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Tokyo (average of R9 151). Flying from Cape Town to Tokyo in March is currently the most expensive (average of R33 967). 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 Tokyo on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Tokyo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 22 May 2026.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Tokyo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Tokyo. 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 22 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 028AverageR16 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 219AverageR15 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 688AverageR17 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR13 954AverageR16 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 173AverageR20 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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