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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $709

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
1 Apr — 8 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 2 March 2026.

Mon 2/1118:10
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops23h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/1110:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops40h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,403
Sun 25/1018:35
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 4/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2$1,530
Tue 19/518:25
PER
-
CPT
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/513:50
CPT
-
PER
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,537
Wed 11/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops22h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops43h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2$1,552
Mon 13/415:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 26/416:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,553
Sun 19/415:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,574
Sun 19/413:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/415:25
CPT
-
PER
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,583
Fri 6/310:30
PER
-
CPT
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/314:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,598
Sun 15/310:30
PER
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/314:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,601
Wed 12/809:15
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 26/810:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,660
Thu 16/412:00
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/413:50
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,676
Wed 11/1119:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2$1,687

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 2 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,537

One-way from

$709

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,727
19/5-27/5
  • 19/5-27/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 20m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 19/4

12:15-11:50

2 stops53h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

16:35-00:40

2 stops50h 05m

$1,696

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

16:35-16:45

2 stops33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

20:25-17:50

2 stops36h 25m

$1,830

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

07:25-09:25

2 stops34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

10:40-06:05

2 stops35h 25m

$1,866

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Sun 15/3

06:15-20:45

3 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

13:00-15:50

1 stop43h 20m

$1,916

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/4

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,926

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 21/8

23:50-11:10

1 stop17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

15:55-12:20

1 stop14h 25m

$1,953

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:00-06:15

1 stop33h 15m

$1,975

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

15:00-14:35

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

15:25-06:25

2 stops31h 00m

$1,982

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

12:25-13:00

3 stops32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

15:25-06:45

2 stops31h 20m

$1,982

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 19/4

15:00-19:55

1 stop34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

07:00-21:55

2 stops32h 55m

$1,985

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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 $935). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,700). 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 2 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
1,465 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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
3,536 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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
3,745 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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?

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and South African can get you from Australia to Cape Town in just under 17h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 40m. There are 8684 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 $876. Virgin Australia flights start at $896 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $905 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, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cape Town Intl and Perth - 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 $935). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,700). 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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$901Average$1,972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,202Average$1,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,279Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,413Average$1,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,443Average$1,956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,515Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,628Average$2,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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