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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $983

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — CPT
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Australia to Cape Town?

Find a great deal and save up to 5% by booking at least 39 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Australia to Cape Town within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $2,203.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Cape Town?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from Australia. Prices for October average $2,254 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,489. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a October flight can save you 30% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Australia to Cape Town (AU - CPT)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Cape Town as you normally would.

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Australia to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore Airlines for the route between Australia and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Singapore Airlines flights we've found from Australia to Cape Town. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 23/1017:10PER - CPT
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Thu 7/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,738
Wed 23/1017:10PER - CPT
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,770
Sat 12/1017:10PER - CPT
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 30/1010:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,801
Fri 11/1001:10PER - CPT
2 stops38h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 30/1010:40CPT - PER
2 stops31h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,819
Sat 12/1006:25PER - CPT
1 stop33h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 30/1010:40CPT - PER
1 stop22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,868
Mon 12/818:25MEL - CPT
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 2/910:40CPT - MEL
1 stop36h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,885
Sun 13/1019:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 24/1010:40CPT - MEL
2 stops33h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,921
Wed 23/1017:10PER - CPT
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 8/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,960
Mon 14/1019:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 24/1010:40CPT - MEL
2 stops33h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,968

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Australia to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Australia and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've found from Australia to Cape Town. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 2/521:00MEL - CPT
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 9/513:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,941
Thu 2/521:00MEL - CPT
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 1/613:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,974
Sat 4/516:55BNE - CPT
2 stops32h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 10/513:00CPT - BNE
1 stop44h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4$2,263
Sat 4/522:15BNE - CPT
1 stop27h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 10/513:00CPT - BNE
1 stop44h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4$2,275
Sun 13/1022:00MEL - CPT
1 stop45h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 28/1012:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,330
Sun 13/1022:00MEL - CPT
1 stop45h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 27/1018:25CPT - MEL
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,334
Thu 10/1016:15MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 28/1012:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,390
Thu 10/1016:15MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 27/1018:25CPT - MEL
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,393
Wed 23/1022:45PER - CPT
1 stop42h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1112:35CPT - PER
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,475

Cheap Australia to Cape Town flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Australia to Cape Town specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Australia to Cape Town in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 20/510:20MEL - CPT
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/514:35CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,812
Sun 12/509:45PER - CPT
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/613:00CPT - PER
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,890
Sun 12/509:45PER - CPT
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/613:00CPT - PER
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,896
Tue 21/514:45SYD - CPT
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/614:35CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,927
Thu 2/521:00MEL - CPT
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 9/513:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,941
Fri 3/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/513:50CPT - SYD
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,941
Sun 12/509:45PER - CPT
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/613:00CPT - PER
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,971
Thu 2/521:00MEL - CPT
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 1/613:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,974
Wed 8/505:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop27h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/4$1,980

Australia to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Australia and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Australia to Cape Town in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 29/1017:30PER - CPT
2 stops21h 55mSingapore Airlines
Thu 7/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,548
Fri 1/1117:30PER - CPT
2 stops69h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 27/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,574
Tue 29/1017:30PER - CPT
2 stops21h 55mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,580
Fri 1/1117:30PER - CPT
1 stop69h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 27/1110:40CPT - PER
1 stop19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,638
Fri 25/1023:50PER - CPT
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1116:40CPT - PER
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,690
Mon 18/1123:50PER - CPT
1 stop17h 15mSouth African
Thu 21/1108:50CPT - PER
1 stop21h 30mSouth African
Deal found 24/4$1,703
Sat 9/1110:35MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,718
Mon 4/1119:10SYD - CPT
2 stops23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 18/1110:40CPT - SYD
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,732
Wed 23/1017:10PER - CPT
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Thu 7/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,738

Australia to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Australia to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Australia to Cape Town. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Thu 2/521:00MEL - CPT
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 9/513:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,941
Fri 3/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/513:50CPT - SYD
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,941
Thu 2/521:00MEL - CPT
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 1/613:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,974
Thu 2/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 35mEmirates
Thu 9/513:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Deal found 26/4$1,993
Thu 2/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 35mEmirates
Thu 9/513:05CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 45mEmirates
Deal found 26/4$2,002
Wed 1/502:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Thu 9/513:05CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 45mEmirates
Deal found 26/4$2,003
Thu 2/515:50MEL - CPT
2 stops33h 00mEmirates
Wed 15/513:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Deal found 25/4$2,005
Fri 3/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/513:50CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$2,010
Thu 2/515:50MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/614:35CPT - MEL
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$2,025

One-way flights to Cape Town from Australia

Search for one-way flight options from Australia to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Australia to Cape Town can choose from these deals. For those needing a return trip from Australia, there is a search form available above.
Thu 6/612:10PER - CPT
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$983
Thu 6/618:00PER - CPT
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$986
Tue 7/509:45PER - CPT
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$990
Tue 7/518:00PER - CPT
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,030
Sat 4/516:55PER - CPT
3 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,042
Thu 20/616:55PER - CPT
3 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,044
Wed 5/601:20PER - CPT
3 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,050
Sat 8/621:15SYD - CPT
3 stops48h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,092
Wed 19/601:40PER - CPT
3 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,118

Find flights from Australia to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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$1,738 - $3,493

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Depart

Return

Price

PerthCape Town Intl

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 23/10

2 stops22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/11

2 stops19h 55m

$1,738

PerthCape Town Intl

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 23/10

2 stops22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/11

2 stops19h 55m

$1,770

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 7/10

2 stops22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/11

2 stops22h 45m

$1,798

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

1 stop38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/5

1 stop27h 10m

$1,980

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 13/10

1 stop45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/10

1 stop25h 30m

$2,330

PerthCape Town Intl

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 9/6

3 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

3 stops60h 40m

$2,900

BrisbaneCape Town Intl

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 15/5

3 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

3 stops38h 35m

$2,918

BrisbaneCape Town Intl

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Fri 7/6

1 stop44h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/7

2 stops35h 20m

$3,107

Sydney Kingsford SmithCape Town Intl

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/6

3 stops41h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/6

2 stops47h 55m

$3,493

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Deals found on 24/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Australia to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
4,067 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
1,626 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.8
Good
1,133 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Australia?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Australia, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15.6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

  • Can I find flights from Australia to Cape Town for under $1,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Australia to Cape Town for under $1,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Singapore Airlines for just $1,738, but on average you can expect to pay $1,865.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Australia to Cape Town for under $2,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Australia to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $2,000.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Cape Town?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Australia to Cape Town?

  • What does SYD to CPT mean?

    Great question - SYD to CPT just means Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE), Perth Airport (PER), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Australia to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Australia to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Australia to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Australia to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Australia to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Australia to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Australia to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,457Average$2,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,499Average$2,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,519Average$1,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,780Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,046Average$3,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$2,079Average$2,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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