Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Tokyo?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 40m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Tokyo?

Qatar Airways and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Tokyo

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Tokyo?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 97% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Tokyo?

Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tokyo from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Tokyo. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Tokyo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Tokyo?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R15 257.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Tokyo?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 45m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo is 5 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tokyo?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tokyo can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tokyo. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R8 126 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Tokyo in 2026

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13:15 - 19:10CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

22h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:25 - 17:30NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 973Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26

12:35 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda

27h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:50 - 17:20HND Tokyo Haneda-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 005Qatar Airways

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Jul 7

10:40 - 7:30CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

37h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

10:00 - 9:25NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 572Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22

10:40 - 7:30CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

37h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

10:00 - 9:25NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 766Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22

20:00 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

34h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:20 - 16:45NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 174Emirates

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

15:20 - 0:05CPT Cape Town Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda

25h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

1:35 - 17:30HND Tokyo Haneda-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R17 628Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 10

18:30 - 22:30CPT Cape Town Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda

21h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

0:05 - 16:45HND Tokyo Haneda-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 741Emirates

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16

13:50 - 19:40CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

22h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Incheon Intl

20:40 - 13:00NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 20m2 stops Incheon Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R18 324Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 10

13:50 - 19:40CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

22h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Incheon Intl

20:40 - 13:00NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 20m2 stops Incheon Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R18 340Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

12:35 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda

27h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:45 - 10:30HND Tokyo Haneda-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 45m2 stops Osaka Kansai Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R18 712Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22

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19:30 - 0:05CPT Cape Town Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda

21h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:35 - 10:15HND Tokyo Haneda-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R17 611Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2

13:15 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda

26h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Osaka Kansai Intl

1:35 - 10:15HND Tokyo Haneda-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R18 129Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2

13:50 - 19:40CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

22h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Incheon Intl

20:40 - 13:00NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 20m2 stops Incheon Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R19 376Ethiopian Air

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

13:15 - 19:10CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

22h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

17:25 - 17:30NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R19 780Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

9:55 - 17:35CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

24h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

22:30 - 16:40NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

R22 030Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

15:20 - 17:35CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

43h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

22:30 - 18:05NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

R23 083Emirates

Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26

13:50 - 19:40CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

22h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Incheon Intl

13:00 - 17:30NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 30m3 stops Okinawa Naha Hong Kong Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R25 608Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

15:20 - 17:35CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

43h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

22:30 - 21:15NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

53h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R27 696Emirates

Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26

10:40 - 20:00CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

26h 20m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

21:15 - 9:25NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 10m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R29 314Singapore Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

15:20 - 17:35CPT Cape Town Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita

43h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

13:30 - 13:00NRT Tokyo Narita-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 30m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Hong Kong Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R29 897Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26

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Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Tokyo

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Qatar Airways

Sept 13

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

NRT19:10Tokyo Narita

Sept 26

NRT22:25Tokyo Narita

26h 05m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R14 973

Qatar Airways

Dec 7

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

HND22:55Tokyo Haneda

Jul 7

HND22:50Tokyo Haneda

25h 30m

1 stop

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

R15 005

Qatar Airways

Sept 2

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

NRT19:10Tokyo Narita

Sept 10

NRT17:25Tokyo Narita

31h 05m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R15 021

Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Tokyo

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Turkish Airlines

Dec 7

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

32h 20m

1 stop

NRT8:40Tokyo Narita

Jul 7

NRT10:25Tokyo Narita

32h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R18 615

Turkish Airlines

Feb 8

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

43h 25m

1 stop

HND19:45Tokyo Haneda

Feb 22

HND22:05Tokyo Haneda

31h 55m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R18 906

Turkish Airlines

Feb 8

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

32h 20m

1 stop

NRT8:40Tokyo Narita

Feb 22

NRT21:55Tokyo Narita

32h 05m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R18 922

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CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-19:10

1 stop22h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 26/9

22:25-17:30

1 stop26h 05m

R14 973

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/12

12:35-22:55

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 7/7

22:50-17:20

1 stop25h 30m

R15 005

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/2

10:40-7:30

2 stops37h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 22/2

10:00-9:25

2 stops30h 25m

R15 572

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/2

10:40-7:30

2 stops37h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 22/2

10:00-9:25

2 stops30h 25m

R15 766

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

20:00-13:10

1 stop34h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 17/11

22:20-16:45

1 stop25h 25m

R17 174

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/9

15:20-0:05

2 stops25h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 10/9

1:35-17:30

1 stop22h 55m

R17 628

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Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

18:30-22:30

1 stop21h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 16/11

0:05-16:45

1 stop23h 40m

R17 741

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 10/9

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R18 324

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 16/9

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R18 340

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/2

12:35-22:55

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 22/2

12:45-10:30

2 stops28h 45m

R18 712

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Tokyo?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R16 333 to R20 525.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 973.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tokyo?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Tokyo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R14 827. The month of May is another great option to travel to Tokyo, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R15 280.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tokyo from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tokyo for around R16 354 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tokyo from Cape Town for as low as R14 390 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Tokyo flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Tokyo flight.

How have Cape Town to Tokyo flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Cape Town to Tokyo flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	R8 126
Fastest flight time	22h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Tokyo from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R8 126. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Tokyo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 973.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Tokyo takes 22h 30m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Tokyo. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Tokyo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Tokyo

How far is Cape Town Intl to Tokyo by plane?
There are 14726,2 km between Cape Town Intl and Tokyo. 22h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo is 5 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tokyo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tokyo?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tokyo can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tokyo. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Tokyo?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cape Town to Tokyo is Qatar Airways (34% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Japan Airlines (23%), Emirates (18%), and Singapore Airlines (14%).

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Japan Airlines	PriceFrom R10 967	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,3 1 904 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R12 977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 028 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 029	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 592	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R16 140	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 652 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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