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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $1,076

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
7 May — 14 May1
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 7 April 2026.

Fri 23/1013:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops25h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 2/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops19h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,716
Tue 12/515:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,751
Sun 1/1118:35
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
3 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,768
Mon 8/620:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/613:15
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,788
Sun 19/420:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/519:30
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4$1,797
Mon 20/420:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/519:30
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,800
Tue 15/916:55
PER
-
CPT
2 stops22h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 29/910:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,804
Wed 3/615:40
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/616:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,813
Thu 3/1215:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/1217:15
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops52h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,821
Mon 1/620:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/616:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,826
Thu 14/504:45
PER
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/519:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,829
Sun 1/1118:35
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 30/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops37h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,830

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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,751

One-way from

$1,076

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,882
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 35m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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26/4
  • 26/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 40m 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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PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 22/5

04:45-19:55

3 stops45h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

19:30-12:15

1 stop34h 45m

$1,832

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 6/6

00:45-11:50

2 stops65h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

16:35-01:10

2 stops50h 35m

$1,862

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

21:30-23:35

2 stops58h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

16:35-16:50

2 stops64h 15m

$1,897

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

06:00-16:40

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$1,923

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Tue 12/5

09:45-11:50

2 stops57h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-08:05

2 stops53h 05m

$1,952
Fastest return journey

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

19:30-06:10

1 stop26h 40m

$1,976

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

20:45-12:55

1 stop48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

$1,989

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

20:45-12:55

1 stop48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

19:30-20:25

2 stops40h 55m

$2,004

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

20:45-12:55

1 stop48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

$2,033

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Mon 18/5

01:55-11:30

1 stop41h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

18:25-22:20

1 stop43h 55m

$2,057

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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 $957). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,691). 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 7 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African 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
1,490 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

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
1,490 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

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
3,556 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

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
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

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
1,017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

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
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

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?

    Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways can get you from Australia to Cape Town in just under 27h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 37h 40m. There are 10981 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 Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $831. Qatar Airways flights start at $897 while deals on Virgin Australia 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 $957). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,691). 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

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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$923Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,231Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,309Average$2,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,447Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,473Average$2,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,551Average$2,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,673Average$2,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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