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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $941

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town

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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 January 2026.

Fri 1/518:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/510:40CPT - MEL
2 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 31/12$1,762
Sun 15/223:40MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 22/212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/1$1,898
Wed 11/220:45MEL - CPT
2 stops21h 40mSouth African
Tue 24/212:20CPT - MEL
2 stops26h 10mSouth African
Deal found 1/1$1,910
Fri 20/315:00MEL - CPT
2 stops53h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sat 28/317:15CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/12$2,043
Fri 1/520:55MEL - CPT
2 stops44h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 16/513:00CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/12$1,935
Fri 16/117:10MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 21/212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1$1,962
Thu 15/117:10MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 16/209:00CPT - MEL
2 stops29h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/1$2,034
Fri 16/117:10MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 22/212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/1$2,072

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 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,633

One-way from

$941

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,907
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/2-19/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 98h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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30/1
  • 30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

18:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

10:40-11:00

2 stops40h 20m

$1,762

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

23:40-17:30

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,898

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

20:45-09:25

2 stops21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

12:20-23:30

2 stops26h 10m

$1,910

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

$1,935

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,962

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

17:10-17:25

1 stop33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

09:00-23:20

2 stops29h 20m

$2,034

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

15:00-11:50

2 stops53h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

17:15-20:40

2 stops42h 25m

$2,043

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

17:10-12:40

2 stops28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$2,072

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

22:40-12:05

3 stops46h 25m

$951

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

23:35-09:25

2 stops41h 50m

$990

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Deals found on 31/12

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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 Airport to Cape Town

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 26 December 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 81 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 $1,194). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,804). 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 2 January 2026.
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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,424 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
961 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
South African
7.5
Good
50 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,449 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 $1,910, Singapore Airlines can have you in Cape Town from Melbourne Airport in 21h 40m. 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 ($1,069), Singapore Airlines ($1,285), and Qantas Airways ($1,358) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. Virgin Australia is 46% 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 ($913), Qatar Airways ($974), and Virgin Australia ($1,107).

  • 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. Singapore is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town.

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $132 per day.

  • 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 $1,194). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,804). 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 2 January 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 2 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,069Average$2,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,285Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,358Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,611Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,632Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,688Average$2,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,693Average$2,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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