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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $744

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
13 Apr — 20 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 March 2026.

Sat 2/502:10
PER
-
CPT
2 stops63h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,521
Tue 10/1101:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops38h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,536
Sun 19/413:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/415:25
CPT
-
PER
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,598
Sun 19/415:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,608
Sun 15/1119:10
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops47h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1110:40
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops40h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,615
Tue 18/806:25
PER
-
CPT
2 stops33h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 25/810:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,628
Wed 11/1119:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,666
Mon 20/415:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,674
Tue 18/805:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 25/810:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,702
Thu 12/1115:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1117:15
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops63h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,710
Sat 25/407:40
PER
-
CPT
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/515:25
CPT
-
PER
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,719
Sun 19/413:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
-
PER
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,743

Find flight deals from Australia to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 14 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,521

One-way from

$744

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,739
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 2/5-19/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 114h 15m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,817

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Fri 4/9

17:35-09:25

2 stops23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

10:40-07:25

2 stops37h 15m

$1,841

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

20:50-17:30

2 stops52h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

$1,934

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 22/4

02:10-14:35

3 stops42h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:00-18:35

1 stop23h 35m

$1,945

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$2,009
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 15/4

18:35-09:25

2 stops22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

14:15-23:40

2 stops25h 25m

$2,038

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 19/8

15:10-17:30

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

13:15-17:30

1 stop44h 15m

$2,040

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

17:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:50-15:50

2 stops42h 00m

$2,072

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 31/3

01:55-11:30

1 stop41h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

18:25-06:00

2 stops51h 35m

$2,090

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

06:00-11:30

1 stop37h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$2,094

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Cape Town?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of $941). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,712). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 14 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQantas Airways from Australia to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7.5
Good
58 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,740 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Cape Town?

    Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Virgin Australia can get you from Australia to Cape Town in just under 23h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 20m. There are 10121 km between Australia and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $882. Virgin Australia flights start at $903 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $918 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Cape Town are Melbourne - Cape Town Intl, Perth - Cape Town Intl and Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cape Town Intl.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Cape Town?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Cape Town?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of $941). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,712). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Australia to Cape Town on these airlines

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Top 7 airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$908Average$1,986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,210Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,288Average$2,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,423Average$1,958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,453Average$1,977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,525Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,640Average$2,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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