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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in May.

Alternative Cape Town to Tokyo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cape Town to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cape Town to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,312
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Omitama.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Tokyo is $1,312. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Tokyo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,312.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Tokyo is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 63.7 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from $1,312.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Tokyo on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Tokyo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

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:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 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.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from CPT to Tokyo. You don't need to look every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Tokyo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

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.

Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental

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