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Flight deals from Cape Town Airport to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £720. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Beijing.£626 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £626, select.

Beijing.£680 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £680, select.

Beijing.£720 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £720, select.

Beijing.£725 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £725, select.

Beijing.£728 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £728, select.

Beijing.£760 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £760, select.

Beijing.£772 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £772, select.

Beijing.£788 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £788, select.

Beijing.£812 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £812, select.

Beijing.£814 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with FlySafair and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £814, select.

Beijing.£857 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with CemAir and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with CemAir, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £857, select.

Beijing.£993 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £993, select.

Beijing.£6,055 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £6,055, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Beijing

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

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Alternative Cape Town to Beijing routes

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Cape Town to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

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

How many airports are there in Beijing?

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Beijing?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Beijing is £626. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Beijing?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Beijing. But we found flights with one or more stops from £626.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Beijing?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Beijing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Beijing?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Beijing is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Beijing?

If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 27.8 miles away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from £626.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Beijing on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Beijing on Friday, 1 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Beijing?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Beijing. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Cape Town Airport to Beijing?

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 Beijing 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Beijing?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Beijing?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Beijing with?

Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Beijing: what you need to know

Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is six hours ahead of Cape Town.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CPT to Beijing flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CPT to Beijing with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
CPT is about 11 miles from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Cape Town International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT arrive at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Beijing

The best price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Beijing flight is £357. The cheapest price for a return flight is £626. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CPT to Beijing if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and land an incredible deal.
Locking in a cheap flight from CPT to Beijing couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 miles away.
Consider staying in a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Beijing and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from CPT to Beijing. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Central Beijing is around 35 miles from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CPT to Beijing flight:

Best time to go to Beijing

Plan your trip to Beijing during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Cape Town International Airport to Beijing plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Beijing

Once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should be on any good Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

You've done Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 70 miles south-east to Tianjin to check off its top attractions. From Porcelain house to Haihe River and Italian Style Town, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 260 miles south of Beijing. No trip is complete without a visit to Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.