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Cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Cape Town

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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

70%Trains are 70% more expensive in Cape Town than in Beijing.

BeijingR 9,68

Cape TownR 16,00

MealMid-priced restaurant

140%The average meal is 140% more expensive in Cape Town than in Beijing.

BeijingR 72,63

Cape TownR 175,00

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

40%A taxi fare in Cape Town is 40% cheaper than in Beijing.

BeijingR 31,47

Cape TownR 20,00

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

22%Coffee in Cape Town is 22% cheaper than in Beijing.

BeijingR 49,90

Cape TownR 38,72

Distance: 12960 kms

Beijing airports

Capital Intl Apt (PEK)How far from city centre: 22 kms

Beijing Daxing (PKX)How far from city centre: 44 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Beijing to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Beijing to Cape Town? eDreams can help you find the best flights to Cape Town from Beijing. There are no direct flights, so your journey will include one or more stops.

Time Difference Between Beijing and Cape Town

Cape Town is 6 hours behind Beijing. Please remember to check for any Daylight Savings Time differences, as these can affect the actual time difference during your travel dates.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate, offering sunshine throughout the year. Summers (December-February) are dry and hot, perfect for beach holidays. Temperatures reach average highs of 26°C. Autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November) have mild weather, ideal for exploring the Winelands and outdoor activities, with temperatures ranging from 17°C to 20°C. Winters (June-August) are cool and rainy, ideal for whale watching and enjoying indoor attractions, with average temperatures around 17°C. Book your flights to Cape Town from Beijing with eDreams today.

Beijing Airports

Beijing is served by two major international airports: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). If you're planning flights to Cape Town from Beijing, understanding these airports will help you choose the best option for your journey.

Airport Information

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Located 32 km northeast of Beijing's city centre, PEK is the older of the two airports. It has three terminals, although Terminal 1 is currently closed. It's connected to the city by the Airport Express train, part of the Beijing Subway, offering a convenient 20-minute ride. While being the previous main airport hub for the city, since the inauguration of PKX airport, this airport has remained as the main hub for airlines such as Air China and Hainan Airlines. Find your best flights to Cape Town from Beijing with eDreams.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Opened in 2019, PKX is a modern marvel designed by Zaha Hadid, featuring a unique starfish shape. Situated 46 km south of Tiananmen Square, it boasts cutting-edge technology, including facial recognition for expedited security checks. This airport is now the Beijing hub for China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and China United Airlines. eDreams offers a variety of flights to Cape Town from Beijing departing from this airport.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that commonly offer flights from Beijing to Cape Town:

Air China
Hainan Airlines
China Southern Airlines

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the primary airport for both domestic and international flights to Cape Town from Beijing and other locations. If you're planning flights to Cape Town from Beijing, book your flights and other travel accommodations with eDreams.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers a range of facilities including duty-free shops, restaurants, currency exchange, car hire services and premium lounges. You can easily book your flights to Cape Town from Beijing on our website.

From the airport to the city centre, you can take a taxi or a private transfer. Consider booking a car with eDreams to make your journey from the airport to the city centre smoother if you prefer driving. Contact eDreams for flights to Cape Town from Beijing.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from Beijing? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Cape Town offers a vibrant mix of nature, culture, and history. Here are a few must-do activities:

Table Mountain: Ascend this iconic landmark via cable car or hike for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, coastline, and surrounding mountains.
Robben Island: Take a ferry to this historic island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about Nelson Mandela's imprisonment and the struggle against apartheid.
Cape Point: Explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, where you can hike to the Cape Point lighthouse, spot wildlife, and admire the dramatic cliffs and ocean vistas.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Beijing to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Beijing to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Beijing to Cape Town is R10313. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Cape Town more expensive than Beijing to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 20.00 ZAR , 36% cheaper than Beijing, with a fare of 31.47 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 65% more at Cape Town: $ 16.00 ZAR versus $ 9.68 ZAR at Beijing.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 175.00 ZAR in Cape Town, 141% more than the 72.63 ZAR in Beijing.

The price of the coffee is around 22% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 38.72 ZAR, while in Beijing the coffee costs 49.90 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Beijing to Cape Town take?

Flight length from Beijing to Cape Town is around 20:35 hours on average, at an average distance of 14 154 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Beijing?

While in Beijing the temperatures can reach an average of 37.12 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the -15.9 ºC average degrees reported in Beijing. During the winter period, Beijing can register 1.4 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Beijing and Cape Town?

The main route from Beijing to Cape Town is: Capital Intl Apt (PEK) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The following airlines fly this route:

Singapore Airlines.

Alternatively, you can find Beijing - Cape Town flights between Beijing Daxing (PKX) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Xiamen Airlines.

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