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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport from $713

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 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in May or August, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 October 2025.

Mon 10/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops62h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 25/1118:20MEL - CPT
2 stops50h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,168
Mon 10/1117:15CPT - MEL
3 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1116:55MEL - CPT
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,560
Thu 27/1120:25CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1218:20MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,569
Wed 26/1117:15CPT - MEL
3 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1216:55MEL - CPT
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,588
Wed 26/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops43h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/1218:20MEL - CPT
2 stops50h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,605
Fri 28/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops62h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/1222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,636
Mon 27/1017:15CPT - MEL
2 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1112:05MEL - CPT
2 stops56h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,684
Mon 10/1119:00CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 25/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/10$1,693
Fri 28/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops52h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,758

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 15 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,168

One-way from

$713

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,955
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/11-25/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 113h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($407 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Melbourne

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Price

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

17:15-06:15

2 stops52h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:05-11:50

2 stops56h 45m

$1,684

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

22:40-11:50

2 stops46h 10m

$1,734

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

17:15-06:30

2 stops52h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

22:40-11:50

2 stops46h 10m

$1,758

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

12:35-23:20

2 stops49h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

16:10-17:25

1 stop34h 15m

$1,793

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

$1,921

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

18:30-06:25

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

23:55-11:40

1 stop44h 45m

$1,963

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

17:15-05:40

3 stops51h 25m

$897

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/11

17:15-05:40

3 stops51h 25m

$971

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,003

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/11

18:55-23:45

1 stop43h 50m

$1,202

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 67 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,231). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,858). 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 CPT to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andSouth African from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,381 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,381 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
916 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,651 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,381 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Melbourne. 4 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport can take about 49h 45m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,793. The distance from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport is about 10297 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Singapore Airlines ($1,209), Qantas Airways ($1,264), and Qatar Airways ($1,568) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne 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 Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,231). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,858). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,209Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,264Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,568Average$2,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,608Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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