Flying from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Beijing is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) taking off from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Beijing.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Beijing to CPT.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to CPT. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a popular option between Daxing International Airport and CPT.
Driving from central Beijing to PKX typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to CPT flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Daxing International Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near CPT and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Beijing to Cape Town International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport is ج.م. 24,802. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 46,857. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Beijing to CPT, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Beijing to Cape Town International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Beijing to CPT.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
When booking your Beijing to CPT flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July has temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cape Town right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Cape Town when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Table Mountain followed by Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.
Explore more of South Africa
Saldanha is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
If there's time to check out another side of South Africa, consider Ceres, about 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde are highlights.
