Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $909

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
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 12 December 2025.

Wed 24/1209:30SYD - CPT
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,909
Sun 21/1218:20MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/114:35CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,927
Wed 24/1217:10MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/117:15CPT - MEL
3 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,974
Wed 24/1208:30PER - CPT
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/113:40CPT - PER
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,995
Sun 14/1201:15PER - CPT
1 stop38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 16/210:40CPT - PER
1 stop19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/12$3,157
Mon 29/1206:15MEL - CPT
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/113:40CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$3,208
Thu 25/1217:10MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops66h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$3,234
Sun 21/1218:20MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/114:35CPT - MEL
2 stops65h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12$3,312
Sat 13/1207:35PER - CPT
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1218:55CPT - PER
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$3,318
Sun 28/1216:35SYD - CPT
2 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/113:50CPT - SYD
2 stops31h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12$3,328
Fri 26/1222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops47h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/114:35CPT - MEL
2 stops65h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$3,336
Tue 16/1206:40PER - CPT
1 stop32h 45mSingapore Airlines
Thu 1/110:40CPT - PER
1 stop19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/12$3,402

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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,467

One-way from

$909

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,585
South African
  • South African
  • 3/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 20m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 50m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($185 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Australia

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 3/2

23:50-09:25

1 stop15h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

20:25-12:10

1 stop33h 45m

$1,467

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 25/1

23:50-15:15

1 stop21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

20:20-12:10

1 stop33h 50m

$1,574

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Mon 2/2

02:25-11:50

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

17:15-01:25

2 stops50h 10m

$1,586

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 24/2

18:10-09:25

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

10:40-07:15

2 stops36h 35m

$1,609

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 19/4

15:50-11:50

2 stops50h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

16:40-01:10

2 stops50h 30m

$1,610

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

16:35-22:20

2 stops38h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

17:15-06:35

2 stops52h 20m

$1,619

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 13/2

16:15-11:50

2 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

17:15-01:25

2 stops50h 10m

$1,649

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

16:35-14:35

2 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

17:15-06:35

2 stops52h 20m

$1,669

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

05:55-09:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

10:40-17:10

2 stops46h 30m

$1,691

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Mon 16/2

16:15-11:50

2 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

17:15-01:25

2 stops50h 10m

$1,697

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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 $994). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,805). 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 12 December 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 12 December 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

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

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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 15h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 50m. 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 Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $822. Virgin Australia flights start at $930 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $933 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 $994). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,805). 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 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,001Average$2,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,279Average$1,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$2,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,393Average$1,907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,520Average$2,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,608Average$2,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,677Average$2,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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