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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $880

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
18 6월 — 25 6월1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 13 6월 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,748

One-way from

$880

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,966
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 25/9-12/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 25m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
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4/8
  • 4/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 55m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($629 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($193 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 6월 2025.

목 25/921:30SYD - CPT
2 stops49h 05mEthiopian Air
일 12/1013:50CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/6$1,748
목 13/1121:40SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
일 30/1118:55CPT - SYD
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,856
일 28/914:50SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 00mVirgin Australia
월 20/1013:00CPT - SYD
1 stop33h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/6$1,884
수 23/710:15SYD - CPT
3 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
수 30/706:00CPT - SYD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$1,956
월 16/610:20SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 15mEmirates
월 23/613:05CPT - SYD
2 stops33h 20mEmirates
Deal found 11/6$2,103
월 28/709:30SYD - CPT
1 stop35h 10mQantas Airways
목 7/809:00CPT - SYD
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/6$2,106
수 23/712:30SYD - CPT
2 stops38h 25mSouth African
수 30/720:25CPT - SYD
2 stops49h 50mSouth African
Deal found 9/6$2,118
목 31/707:55SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 30mSingapore Airlines
월 11/810:40CPT - SYD
2 stops35h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/6$2,141

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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

목 25/9

21:30-14:35

2 stops49h 05m

Cape Town Intl

일 12/10

13:50-07:10

2 stops32h 20m

$1,748

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

목 13/11

21:40-17:25

1 stop28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

일 30/11

18:55-06:50

1 stop26h 55m

$1,856

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

일 28/9

14:50-10:50

1 stop28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

월 20/10

13:00-07:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,884

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

수 23/7

10:15-22:10

3 stops43h 55m

Cape Town Intl

수 30/7

06:00-20:10

2 stops30h 10m

$1,956

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

월 28/7

09:30-12:40

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

목 7/8

09:00-14:45

1 stop21h 45m

$2,106

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

수 23/7

12:30-18:55

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

수 30/7

20:25-06:15

2 stops49h 50m

$2,118

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

목 31/7

07:55-09:25

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

월 11/8

10:40-05:55

2 stops35h 15m

$2,141

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

금 3/10

20:10-11:35

1 stop47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

월 20/10

13:05-07:25

2 stops33h 20m

$2,197

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

월 4/8

12:50-13:45

3 stops56h 55m

$880

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

월 4/8

15:40-14:35

2 stops30h 55m

$1,038

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cape Town (average of $1,073). Flying from Sydney to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,883). 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 SYD to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 13 6월 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 13 6월 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,748, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Sydney to Cape Town and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,856 and $1,884, respectively. These flights start at 13% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,038 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $1,176 and Qatar Airways from $1,228 one-way.

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

    Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Cape Town stopover in Johannesburg most frequently. Singapore sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Cape Town.

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $117 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Cape Town is Dubai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cape Town (average of $1,073). Flying from Sydney to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,883). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 13 6월 2025.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 13 6월 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,398Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,566Average$1,903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,679Average$1,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,719Average$2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,771Average$2,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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