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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $693

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 August 2026.

Tue 24/1116:40
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops25h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 15/210:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops40h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,784
Mon 26/1017:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7$1,815
Tue 24/1117:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/212:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/7$1,827
Sat 14/1117:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,854
Tue 3/1123:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7$1,908
Fri 4/912:00
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/915:10
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7$1,912

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,784

One-way from

$1,029

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,328
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/11-15/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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28/9
  • 28/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/2

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

$1,990

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

22:35-12:05

2 stops46h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

17:20-20:40

2 stops42h 20m

$2,034

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

15:30-23:00

2 stops40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

17:20-20:40

2 stops42h 20m

$2,194

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

12:05-11:30

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

13:15-05:30

1 stop32h 15m

$2,208

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

13:05-16:40

2 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/11

18:30-06:25

1 stop26h 55m

$2,238

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/12

12:35-05:45

1 stop32h 10m

$2,249

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

18:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/2

15:25-17:00

2 stops40h 35m

$2,296
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 26/11

06:30-19:55

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/2

15:20-22:25

2 stops22h 05m

$2,454

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

06:45-12:10

3 stops62h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/2

22:10-06:40

2 stops47h 30m

$2,673

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

10:00-12:10

3 stops59h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/2

18:55-06:40

2 stops50h 45m

$2,673

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,753). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,646). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between $2,279 and $2,441 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,784 on Singapore Airlines (24 Nov–15 Feb).

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 1 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Melbourne Airport 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
1,584 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
South African
7.6
Good
63 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,073 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Melbourne, 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. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    For as low as $1,990, Qatar Airways can have you in Cape Town from Melbourne Airport in 26h 20m. There are 10297 km between Melbourne Airport and Cape Town. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($1,015), Qatar Airways ($1,239), and Singapore Airlines ($1,420) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. Virgin Australia is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town are Singapore Airlines ($941), Virgin Australia ($970), and Qatar Airways ($978).

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Cape Town stopover in Johannesburg most frequently.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Singapore.

  • 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 Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,753). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,646). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Cape Town on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 1 August 2026.
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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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,015Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,239Average$1,955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,420Average$2,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,589Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,654Average$2,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,702Average$2,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,848Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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