Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $768

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,477

One-way from

$768

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,904
South African
  • South African
  • 2/2-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 20m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
5/3
  • 5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 25m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($169 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 16 January 2026.

Tue 27/1017:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 3/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,384
Fri 6/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops22h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,442
Fri 30/1001:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops38h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 7/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops43h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,450
Tue 27/1014:35
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops26h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 4/1110:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops40h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,460
Mon 2/223:50
PER
-
CPT
1 stop15h 35m
South African
Sun 8/220:25
CPT
-
PER
1 stop33h 45m
South African
Deal found 14/1$1,477
Mon 2/323:50
PER
-
CPT
1 stop16h 35m
South African
Mon 23/315:15
CPT
-
PER
1 stop14h 55m
South African
Deal found 15/1$1,481
Sun 1/323:50
PER
-
CPT
1 stop22h 55m
South African
Sun 8/310:05
CPT
-
PER
1 stop20h 05m
South African
Deal found 15/1$1,499
Sun 1/323:50
PER
-
CPT
1 stop20h 45m
South African
Sat 7/308:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop21h 40m
South African
Deal found 15/1$1,559
Wed 18/323:50
PER
-
CPT
1 stop21h 25m
South African
Sun 19/419:35
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
South African
Deal found 15/1$1,563
Fri 13/223:50
PER
-
CPT
1 stop17h 50m
South African
Sun 22/308:10
CPT
-
PER
1 stop22h 00m
South African
Deal found 15/1$1,577
Sat 28/207:35
PER
-
CPT
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/315:25
CPT
-
PER
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,605
Sat 6/605:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 16/610:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,626

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Australia

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Mon 2/3

23:50-10:25

1 stop16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

15:15-12:10

1 stop14h 55m

$1,481

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 1/3

23:50-09:25

1 stop15h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

15:15-12:10

1 stop14h 55m

$1,533

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 1/3

23:50-14:35

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

08:30-12:10

1 stop21h 40m

$1,559

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 13/2

23:50-11:40

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

08:10-12:10

1 stop22h 00m

$1,577

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 27/2

23:50-09:25

1 stop15h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

20:25-12:10

1 stop33h 45m

$1,592

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 1/3

16:15-11:50

2 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

17:15-01:25

2 stops50h 10m

$1,621

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 11/3

16:15-11:50

2 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

17:15-01:25

2 stops50h 10m

$1,693

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Sun 17/5

08:00-11:50

2 stops59h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-06:45

2 stops54h 10m

$1,729

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

15:30-09:25

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

10:40-11:00

2 stops40h 20m

$1,737

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 15/2

05:15-17:30

3 stops42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

10:40-05:25

2 stops36h 45m

$1,752

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 $989). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,799). 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 16 January 2026.
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

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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?

    South African, Turkish Airlines, and Singapore Airlines can get you from Australia to Cape Town in just under 16h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 43h 15m. 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 Virgin Australia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $925. Qatar Airways flights start at $927 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $951 one-way.

  • 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 $989). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,799). 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
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$912Average$2,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,272Average$1,811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,283Average$2,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,355Average$1,933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,513Average$2,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,600Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,672Average$2,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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