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

In-flight Dining
On the Cape Town–Johannesburg, Johannesburg–Singapore, and Singapore–Tokyo sectors, you will be served meals appropriate to the time of day, with menus designed to suit longer journeys and regional flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route for specific dietary needs or preferences. You can request these up to 24 hours before departure via our website or your booking agent, and they will be served on all eligible sectors of your trip.

Book the Cook
If you are travelling in an eligible premium cabin, you can pre-select main courses in advance using our Book the Cook service on the long-haul sectors. This allows you to choose from an expanded menu before you fly, subject to availability and route eligibility.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, a selection of hot and cold drinks is available, including juices, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. You can also enjoy our signature Singapore Sling on board, along with a range of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

For flights between Cape Town and Tokyo, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are 25kg for Economy Class Lite and Value fares and 30kg for Economy Class Standard and Flexi fares, 35kg for Premium Economy Class, 40kg for Business Class, and 50kg for First Class on the Singapore–Tokyo sector. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are 1 piece up to 7kg for Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, and 2 pieces each up to 7kg for Business Class and First Class. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members have additional allowances.

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

On the Airbus A350-900 flights between Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Singapore, Economy Class offers a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class offers a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class provides a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Boeing 777-300ER sector from Singapore to Tokyo, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class have similar seat pitch and width, while Business Class and First Class offer fully flat beds designed for restful sleep.

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 Cape Town but have a Business Class onward flight from Johannesburg, you get lounge access in Johannesburg only.

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 Cape Town but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only.

For your layover at Johannesburg (JNB), we recommend staying airside to make the most of the airport’s facilities and keep your connection straightforward. You can spend time in cafés, browse shops, or relax in seating areas between flights, and consider an airport hotel if you have a particularly long connection. Remaining within the transit area keeps you close to your departure gate and reduces the need for additional security checks or transfers. Your time at Johannesburg (JNB) is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy indoor gardens, art installations, rest zones, and a wide choice of dining and shopping options while in transit. If your layover is long enough, you may have time to explore additional facilities such as relaxation areas or a transit hotel to rest between flights. Shorter connections are comfortably spent strolling between terminals, freshening up, and enjoying a meal before your onward sector to Tokyo. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Cape Town follows South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Tokyo operates on Japan Standard Time (UTC+9), also without daylight saving. Tokyo is therefore 7 hours ahead of Cape Town throughout the year; when it is 12.00pm in Cape Town, it is 7.00pm in Tokyo.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Tokyo when flying from Cape Town via Johannesburg and Singapore 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 (Cape Town–Johannesburg and Johannesburg–Singapore and Singapore–Tokyo) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connections in Johannesburg and Singapore must each be less than 24 hours. If either 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 any onward flight segment 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 on your Cape Town–Tokyo 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.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Johannesburg on your Cape Town–Tokyo 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.