Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $1,046
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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
2 Dec — 9 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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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 2 November 2025.
Mon 17/1111:05MEL - CPT
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1114:35CPT - MEL
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,902
Mon 17/1123:40MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 24/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,966
Mon 3/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 3/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,967
Tue 18/1119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,993
Sun 16/1118:20MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1115:55CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10$2,006
Sun 16/1123:40MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 23/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/10$2,012
Mon 3/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 22/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/10$2,015
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$2,028
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 25/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11$2,045
Mon 17/1106:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 25mEmirates
Mon 24/1118:30CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 1/11$2,079
Best flights from Melbourne to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 2 November 2025.
Wed 21/121:00MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 8/207:00CPT - MEL
2 stops37h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,740
Wed 21/119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 4/210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/11$2,048
Tue 20/123:55MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 45mEmirates
Thu 5/213:40CPT - MEL
1 stop31h 45mEmirates
Deal found 1/11$2,192
Tue 20/106:40MEL - CPT
2 stops25h 10mQantas Airways
Thu 5/207:00CPT - MEL
2 stops27h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$2,019
Mon 19/112:05MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 35mEmirates
Sun 8/218:30CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 1/11$2,195
Sun 18/106:00MEL - CPT
2 stops25h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 7/209:00CPT - MEL
2 stops27h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/11$2,021
Sun 18/123:55MEL - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEmirates
Thu 5/213:40CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Deal found 31/10$2,198
Sun 18/106:00MEL - CPT
2 stops25h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 4/207:30CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$2,090
Tue 20/122:30MEL - CPT
1 stop46h 10mEmirates
Sun 8/213:40CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 35mEmirates
Deal found 31/10$2,204
Sun 18/122:30MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 15mEmirates
Sat 7/213:40CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 40mEmirates
Deal found 31/10$2,242
Tue 20/123:55MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 45mEmirates
Wed 4/213:40CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Deal found 1/11$2,273
Wed 21/122:30MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 15mEmirates
Wed 4/213:40CPT - MEL
1 stop31h 45mEmirates
Deal found 1/11$2,273
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town. Data last updated 2 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 3/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 3/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11$1,813
Mon 3/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 22/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11$1,860
Mon 3/1123:55MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 45mEmirates
Sat 22/1115:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 55mEmirates
Deal found 2/11$1,877
Mon 3/1123:55MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 45mEmirates
Wed 3/1209:00CPT - MEL
2 stops29h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/11$1,937
Mon 3/1118:20MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1206:00CPT - MEL
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$2,007
Mon 17/1111:05MEL - CPT
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1114:35CPT - MEL
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,902
Mon 17/1123:40MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 24/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,966
Tue 18/1119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,993
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$2,028
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 25/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11$2,045
One-way flights from Melbourne to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 2 November 2025.
Thu 15/119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops47h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,046
Thu 15/122:35MEL - CPT
3 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,170
Thu 15/116:10MEL - CPT
1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,245
Cheap 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 2 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 November 2025.
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Melbourne
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Cape Town
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Price
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Wed 21/1
21:00-19:55
2 stops31h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 8/2
07:00-05:15
2 stops37h 15m
$1,740
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Tue 20/1
06:40-22:50
2 stops25h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/2
07:00-19:35
2 stops27h 35m
$2,019
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
06:00-22:50
2 stops25h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 7/2
09:00-21:05
2 stops27h 05m
$2,021
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Wed 21/1
19:25-09:25
2 stops23h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 4/2
10:40-08:15
2 stops36h 35m
$2,048
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
06:00-22:50
2 stops25h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 4/2
07:30-23:35
2 stops31h 05m
$2,090
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Tue 20/1
23:55-11:40
1 stop44h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/2
13:40-06:25
1 stop31h 45m
$2,192
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Mon 19/1
12:05-11:40
2 stops32h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 8/2
18:30-06:25
1 stop26h 55m
$2,195
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
23:55-16:45
1 stop25h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/2
13:40-18:15
1 stop43h 35m
$2,198
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Tue 20/1
22:30-11:40
1 stop46h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 8/2
13:40-10:15
2 stops35h 35m
$2,204
MelbourneCape Town
MEL - CPT
MELCPT
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
22:30-16:45
1 stop27h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 7/2
13:40-23:20
1 stop24h 40m
$2,242
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 31 October 2025.
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 84 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,230). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,871). 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 MEL to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 2 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 25h 20m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 25h 20m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 32m.
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 2 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways 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.
Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
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 $2,048, Qantas Airways can have you in Cape Town from Melbourne Airport in 23h. 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, Singapore Airlines ($1,316), Qantas Airways ($1,583), and Ethiopian Air ($1,639) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. Singapore Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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 Singapore most frequently. Johannesburg is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Sim Lim Square are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a stopover in Singapore in need of a car hire can book one at Singapore Changi for about $134.
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 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 Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,230). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,871). 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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