Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $854

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
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 31 October 2025.

Sun 9/1123:50PER - CPT
1 stop15h 35mSouth African
Sat 22/1112:20CPT - PER
1 stop17h 50mSouth African
Deal found 29/10$1,795
Fri 14/1108:30PER - CPT
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1107:00CPT - PER
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,859
Sun 9/1108:30PER - CPT
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1107:00CPT - PER
2 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,867
Fri 14/1115:55PER - CPT
1 stop31h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 22/1115:20CPT - PER
2 stops38h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/10$1,906
Sun 9/1123:40MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 23/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,908
Sun 9/1123:40MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,910
Fri 14/1115:50SYD - CPT
1 stop34h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 28/1112:35CPT - SYD
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/10$1,916
Wed 12/1120:15SYD - CPT
2 stops22h 10mSouth African
Sat 15/1115:15CPT - SYD
2 stops22h 15mSouth African
Deal found 28/10$1,928
Wed 12/1100:25PER - CPT
2 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1107:25CPT - PER
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,938
Thu 13/1115:50SYD - CPT
1 stop34h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 30/1112:35CPT - SYD
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/10$1,946
Fri 14/1114:30MEL - CPT
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1114:35CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,955
Fri 31/1021:40SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1120:25CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10$1,981

Cheap 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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,471

One-way from

$854

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,815
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 29/1-7/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 25m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
2/2
  • 2/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($314 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($112 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Australia

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 24/2

14:35-09:25

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

10:40-19:45

2 stops25h 05m

$1,611

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 30/1

13:30-17:20

1 stop33h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/2

20:25-13:50

1 stop35h 25m

$1,619

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 31/3

17:10-13:45

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

13:50-23:55

2 stops28h 05m

$1,792

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 11/3

22:55-22:50

2 stops29h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

09:00-13:50

1 stop22h 50m

$1,803

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 10/3

00:25-12:40

2 stops42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

06:05-06:55

2 stops42h 50m

$1,803

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

18:25-13:45

2 stops27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

14:35-07:00

3 stops32h 25m

$1,826

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

18:20-19:55

2 stops34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

09:00-23:50

2 stops29h 50m

$1,890

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Sat 31/1

05:00-19:55

2 stops22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/2

09:00-19:05

2 stops26h 05m

$1,890

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 13/2

08:30-11:40

2 stops33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

07:00-22:55

2 stops33h 55m

$1,919

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,946

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/10

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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 $1,010). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,859). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Cape Town in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 31 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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.

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

    Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Qantas Airways can get you from Australia to Cape Town in just under 26h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 20m. There are 8684 km between Australia and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

  • 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 $1,010). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,859). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,296Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,312Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,345Average$2,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,412Average$1,955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,582Average$2,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,630Average$2,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,702Average$2,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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