Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Cape Town.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from CPT to Tokyo.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CPT to Tokyo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
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Central Cape Town to CPT is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 21 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CPT:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo is $844. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,312. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from CPT to Tokyo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Following your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 58 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from CPT to Tokyo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo. June is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from CPT to Tokyo sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
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