Flying from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Beijing is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 6 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 with enough time to catch your flight from Beijing to CPT.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it simple to book a flight from Beijing to CPT that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers between PEK and CPT include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Split up your flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Daxing International Airport and CPT are:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to CPT? Check in to a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel close to CPT if you have a late flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport from ج.م. 25,648 or travel return from just ج.م. 45,430. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Beijing to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a new deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from Beijing to CPT every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Beijing to CPT, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Cape Town right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Cape Town International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are must-visits when exploring Cape Town.
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