Travelling from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the two main airports in Tokyo.
Cape Town is 7 hours behind Tokyo. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Tokyo to CPT. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like June or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Tokyo to CPT. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport (HND). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is approximately 16 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Narita International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to NRT from Tokyo's centre in around 58 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to CPT:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CPT:
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 Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
For a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport, RM2,504 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just RM3,243. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Tokyo to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Tokyo to CPT for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC.
More about Cape Town
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Cape Town International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cape Town:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are leading attractions which should feature on every Cape Town itinerary.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
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