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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town from $862

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,674

One-way from

$871

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,892
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 19/3-2/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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22/3
  • 22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($196 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Fri 1/518:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/510:40CPT - MEL
2 stops46h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,699
Tue 10/218:50MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 35mSouth African
Tue 24/215:55CPT - MEL
2 stops21h 25mSouth African
Deal found 6/1$1,756
Thu 28/518:25MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/616:35CPT - MEL
2 stops63h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,811
Sat 23/523:35MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/516:35CPT - MEL
2 stops63h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,818
Thu 28/523:35MEL - CPT
1 stop41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 14/610:40CPT - MEL
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,845
Wed 28/118:50MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/215:55CPT - MEL
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,848
Wed 18/218:50MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 35mSouth African
Wed 25/219:35CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 45mSouth African
Deal found 5/1$1,882
Tue 10/218:20MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/219:00CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,898

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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

18:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

10:40-17:10

2 stops46h 30m

$1,699

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

18:25-14:35

2 stops28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,811

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

23:35-09:25

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,818

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

18:50-09:25

2 stops23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

15:55-22:20

2 stops21h 25m

$1,848

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

19:00-23:20

1 stop43h 20m

$1,903

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,934

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

20:55-11:30

1 stop46h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

09:00-22:10

2 stops29h 10m

$1,935

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

18:20-21:00

2 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

$1,943

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

20:55-09:45

2 stops44h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

13:00-22:10

1 stop25h 10m

$1,962

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$2,029

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town (average of $1,173). Flying from Melbourne to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,787). 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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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 8 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Cape Town, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,429 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
967 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,701 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
South African
7.3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Melbourne. It is only a 15.6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Cape Town can take about 23h. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,699. There are 10297 km between Melbourne and Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,059, Virgin Australia will fly you from Melbourne to Cape Town and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,274 and $1,346, respectively. Virgin Australia is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $944. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Cape Town for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Cape Town stopover in Johannesburg most frequently. Singapore follows Johannesburg in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne to Cape Town flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion. Those on a layover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Merlion can do so by travelling 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $132 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Cape Town flights?

    Of the flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town (average of $1,173). Flying from Melbourne to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,787). 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 Melbourne to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,059Average$2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,274Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,346Average$1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,597Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,623Average$2,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,674Average$2,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,685Average$2,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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