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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town from $1,028

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
11 Aug — 18 Aug1
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 12 July 2026.

Mon 26/1023:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/7$1,908
Sun 18/1023:45
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/7$1,910
Mon 10/821:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops46h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 17/816:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops43h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,917
Sun 1/1123:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 27/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/7$1,947
Sat 14/1119:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops40h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,964
Sun 25/1013:10
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,969
Sun 18/1013:00
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,993
Sat 14/1111:05
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/1217:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,025
Wed 28/1011:25
MEL
-
CPT
3 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$2,026

Find 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 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,908

One-way from

$1,028

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,170
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/10-23/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

22:35-12:05

2 stops46h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/12

17:20-20:40

2 stops42h 20m

$2,045
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

23:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$2,163

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

06:05-23:20

2 stops32h 15m

$2,236

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

18:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

15:25-17:00

2 stops40h 35m

$2,314

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

09:30-10:15

2 stops33h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$2,314

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

12:05-11:30

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:15-23:20

1 stop25h 05m

$2,433

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

05:15-11:30

1 stop38h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:00-08:50

2 stops28h 50m

$2,541

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

19:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

10:40-05:45

2 stops34h 05m

$2,563

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

05:15-18:05

1 stop44h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

13:15-05:35

2 stops32h 20m

$2,755
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

12:00-14:10

3 stops58h 10m

$1,081

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town (average of $742). Flying from Melbourne to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,560). 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 to Cape Town?

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

Booking 45 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.

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 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Cape Town, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,613 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,742 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,010 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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 26h 45m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,163. There are 10297 km between Melbourne 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 to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,026, 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 Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,252 and $1,439, respectively. Virgin Australia is currently priced 51% 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 $952. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, 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.

  • 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 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 to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town (average of $742). Flying from Melbourne to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,560). 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,026Average$1,973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,252Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,439Average$2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,547Average$1,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,672Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,721Average$2,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,868Average$2,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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