Flights from Tokyo (TYO) to Cape Town (CPT)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on all sectors of your Tokyo to Cape Town journey, with menus designed to suit the time of day and length of each flight. Meals are included for customers travelling in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class where available.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on request, which must be ordered before departure. You can select from our available options when you book your ticket or by managing your booking online in advance of your trip.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins and routes, you can pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service before you fly. This allows you to choose from an expanded menu so your preferred dish is prepared specially for your flight.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold beverages is available throughout your journey, including juices, soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our signature Singapore Sling is also served on board, allowing you to enjoy a classic drink while you travel.

For flights between Tokyo and Cape Town, our weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (25kg on Lite and Value fares, 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares), Premium Economy Class (35kg), Business Class (40kg), and First Class (50kg) on sectors where these cabins are offered. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are: one piece up to 7kg in Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and two pieces up to 7kg each in Business Class and First Class. Your exact allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Tokyo to Cape Town once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. Wi-Fi is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers must add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans on board. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On all sectors where Economy Class is offered, you can expect a seat pitch of about 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width, providing comfortable legroom for the journey. Premium Economy Class, available on the Singapore to Johannesburg and Johannesburg to Cape Town Airbus A350-900 sectors, offers around 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of seat width for additional space. Business Class on all aircraft types features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access on long-haul sectors, designed for rest and privacy. First Class, available on selected Boeing 777-300ER flights between Tokyo and Singapore, provides a spacious fully flat bed and enhanced personal space.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The 'Next Segment' Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Tokyo but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Johannesburg. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Johannesburg. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The 'Next Segment' Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Tokyo but have a Business Class onward flight from Johannesburg, you get lounge access in Johannesburg only.

At Singapore Changi Airport, longer layovers can be spent exploring themed gardens, relaxation zones, and art installations across the terminals, or by joining an official city tour if your connection meets the minimum time requirements. For shorter stays, you can enjoy comfortable seating areas, showers, and a range of dining and shopping options airside. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport, it is usually most convenient to remain airside, where you will find cafés, restaurants, and shops for a comfortable break between flights. If you have a longer layover, you may wish to use an airport hotel or quiet rest areas within the terminal for relaxation. Your time at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Tokyo is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone, which is UTC+9 and does not observe daylight saving time. Cape Town is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone, which is UTC+2 year-round. This means Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Cape Town throughout the year.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Cape Town International Airport when flying from Tokyo via Singapore Changi Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Tokyo–Singapore, Singapore–Johannesburg, and Johannesburg–Cape Town) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connection in Singapore and Johannesburg must each be less than 24 hours. If your layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore or Johannesburg to Cape Town is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore or Johannesburg on your Tokyo–Cape Town trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.