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Cheapest return flight
R14 916
Typical prices: R13 220-R18 237
Emirates
Sun 21/1Fri 2/2
CPT - PEK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 682
Typical prices: R7 312-R10 408
Turkish Airlines
Fri 21/12
CPT - PEK • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Beijing. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top routes
CPT - PKX
Cheapest • 5% average savings
CPT - PEK
Most popular
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 931 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 19h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Beijing (CPT-BJS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Beijing

Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 2
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:50 - 16:45PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 916Emirates
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:50 - 16:45PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 916Emirates
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
40h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:40 - 23:00PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R15 252Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 15:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:50 - 11:40PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 460Emirates
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
22h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 9:25PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 372Singapore Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 13
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
7:25 - 11:30PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 436Emirates
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
50h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:40 - 16:45PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 644Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
43h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 - 16:45PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 916Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
41h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:10 - 8:20PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 10m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lilongwe Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R61 584Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
41h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:10 - 8:20PEK  Beijing Capital-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 10m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lilongwe Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R90 839Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Beijing flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Beijing with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Beijing?

Return flights from Cape Town to Beijing start at R14 916. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R13 220 to R18 237. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R14 916 on Emirates.

What is the cheapest Cape Town to Beijing flight route?

There's little price difference between Cape Town to Beijing routes. They average around R14 800 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Beijing?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Beijing and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Beijing?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Beijing at R12 355 return.
  • April (R18 469) and June (R16 484) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Beijing the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Beijing are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Beijing flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R9 682
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Beijing Capital Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Beijing

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Beijing based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Beijing flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Flights from Cape Town to Beijing usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and may arrive at several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Beijing:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Beijing pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Beijing most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Cape Town to Beijing route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 564 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R16 004, a difference of R1 440. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Beijing?

    Niujie Mosque is one of the most viewed places in Beijing on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Beijing flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 38% above the route average of R15 093. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Beijing takes 0h 00m, covering 20 818 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Beijing changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R14 916 to R90 839. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Beijing looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Beijing are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 704, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Beijing?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 59m, compared to 22h 07m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 24h 38m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Beijing?

    Beijing is 6 hours ahead of Cape Town (China Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Beijing flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Beijing range from R13 220 to R18 237, with an average of R15 093 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 220 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Beijing flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R14 564 – about R1 440 less than Sunday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Beijing trip for February. Fares historically average R12 355 return in that month – typically R6 114 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Beijing Capital Airport.
    - Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport
    - Capital Airport International Hotel
    - Sky House Business Hotel

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