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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sydney from $1,172

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SYD
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or November, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Sydney (SYD). 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 26 July 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,838

One-way from

$1,172

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 9/9-24/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 68h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 7/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 11% potential price drop

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

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Cape Town to Sydney. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Sydney.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Cape Town to Sydney at least 25 days early can save you up to 6% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 25 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cape Town to Sydney for as little as $1,958 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,988 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Sydney from Cape Town average $1,985. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,985, as users have found deals to Sydney from as low as $1,521. The month of January appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Sydney from Cape Town. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 11%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to SYD?

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Sydney in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Cape Town to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Cape Town and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Malaysia Airlines flights we've found from Cape Town to Sydney. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 9/914:35CPT - SYD
3 stops35h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 24/913:05SYD - CPT
3 stops32h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,838
Mon 9/914:35CPT - SYD
3 stops35h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 24/913:05SYD - CPT
3 stops32h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,848
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops37h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 24/913:05SYD - CPT
3 stops32h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7$4,030
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops37h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 24/913:05SYD - CPT
3 stops32h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7$4,190

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from Cape Town to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between Cape Town and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Cathay Pacific flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Sydney. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 7/813:00CPT - SYD
2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/807:35SYD - CPT
2 stops59h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$2,120
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops35h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 24/910:05SYD - CPT
2 stops32h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$2,121
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops37h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 24/910:05SYD - CPT
2 stops32h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$2,129
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops37h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 24/910:05SYD - CPT
2 stops32h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$2,132

Cheap Cape Town to Sydney flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Sydney specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 July 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Cape Town to Sydney in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
2 stops57h 50mEmirates
Sun 11/820:10SYD - CPT
2 stops50h 20mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,566
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 05mEmirates
Thu 15/820:10SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 40mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,586
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
2 stops57h 50mEmirates
Sun 11/820:10SYD - CPT
1 stop47h 25mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,639
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/814:45SYD - CPT
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,657
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/820:10SYD - CPT
2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,761
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/810:05SYD - CPT
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,781
Thu 8/813:05CPT - SYD
1 stop33h 00mEmirates
Thu 15/806:00SYD - CPT
1 stop42h 50mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,807
Thu 25/713:00CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 28/720:45SYD - CPT
2 stops43h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/7$2,818
Thu 8/818:20CPT - SYD
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/820:10SYD - CPT
2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,826

Cape Town to Sydney 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Sydney in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Cape Town to Sydney in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops37h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 24/913:05SYD - CPT
3 stops32h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,848
Mon 9/920:20CPT - SYD
2 stops52h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/910:05SYD - CPT
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,955
Mon 9/913:00CPT - SYD
2 stops37h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 24/910:05SYD - CPT
2 stops32h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$2,120
Sun 1/918:20CPT - SYD
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Sat 7/906:00SYD - CPT
1 stop42h 50mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,124
Sun 1/918:20CPT - SYD
2 stops50h 50mEmirates
Sat 7/906:00SYD - CPT
1 stop42h 50mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,170
Fri 20/910:40CPT - SYD
2 stops39h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sun 6/1012:00SYD - CPT
2 stops30h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,190
Mon 9/918:20CPT - SYD
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Tue 24/909:50SYD - CPT
2 stops39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,213
Mon 9/918:20CPT - SYD
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Tue 24/920:10SYD - CPT
1 stop47h 25mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,214
Mon 9/918:20CPT - SYD
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Tue 24/909:50SYD - CPT
2 stops39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 25/7$2,217

One-way flights to Sydney from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Sydney can choose from these deals. Users needing a return flight from Cape Town to Sydney should utilise the search form above.
Wed 7/813:00CPT - SYD
2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/7$1,172
Fri 23/811:35CPT - SYD
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,271
Mon 26/810:40CPT - SYD
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,279
Mon 29/718:20CPT - SYD
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$1,305
Sat 10/815:20CPT - SYD
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,360
Mon 26/810:40CPT - SYD
1 stop39h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,380
Sat 10/819:25CPT - SYD
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,383
Mon 29/718:20CPT - SYD
2 stops50h 50mEmirates
Deal found 24/7$1,414
Wed 31/709:45CPT - SYD
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,436

Find flights from Cape Town to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Sydney 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 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

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Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

3 stops35h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/9

3 stops32h 40m

$1,838

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

3 stops35h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/9

3 stops32h 40m

$1,848

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

2 stops52h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/9

2 stops32h 45m

$1,955

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/8

2 stops33h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/8

2 stops59h 15m

$2,120

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

2 stops35h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/9

2 stops32h 45m

$2,121

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

1 stop39h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/9

1 stop42h 50m

$2,124

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

2 stops37h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/9

2 stops32h 45m

$2,129

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

2 stops50h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/9

1 stop42h 50m

$2,170

Cape Town IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/9

4 stops45h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/9

4 stops35h 25m

$2,321

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Sydney, you should look to book at least 86 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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Sydney flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SYD

Temperature

11 - 22 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 26 July 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were in seat 43B. We were the last few rows to be served breakfast, and they had run out of food, trays etc. Finally received a yoghurt, fruit, and a breadroll. We were not offered a tea or coffee only a glass of juice or water. The hostesses seemed to be new to the job and struggling. The overnight flight was freezing, and not an enjoyable journey.

8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were in seat 43B. We were the last few rows to be served breakfast, and they had run out of food, trays etc. Finally received a yoghurt, fruit, and a breadroll. We were not offered a tea or coffee only a glass of juice or water. The hostesses seemed to be new to the job and struggling. The overnight flight was freezing, and not an enjoyable journey.

8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were in seat 43B. We were the last few rows to be served breakfast, and they had run out of food, trays etc. Finally received a yoghurt, fruit, and a breadroll. We were not offered a tea or coffee only a glass of juice or water. The hostesses seemed to be new to the job and struggling. The overnight flight was freezing, and not an enjoyable journey.

7.9
Good
1,417 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were in seat 43B. We were the last few rows to be served breakfast, and they had run out of food, trays etc. Finally received a yoghurt, fruit, and a breadroll. We were not offered a tea or coffee only a glass of juice or water. The hostesses seemed to be new to the job and struggling. The overnight flight was freezing, and not an enjoyable journey.

7.8
Good
945 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were in seat 43B. We were the last few rows to be served breakfast, and they had run out of food, trays etc. Finally received a yoghurt, fruit, and a breadroll. We were not offered a tea or coffee only a glass of juice or water. The hostesses seemed to be new to the job and struggling. The overnight flight was freezing, and not an enjoyable journey.

7.7
Good
1,799 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were in seat 43B. We were the last few rows to be served breakfast, and they had run out of food, trays etc. Finally received a yoghurt, fruit, and a breadroll. We were not offered a tea or coffee only a glass of juice or water. The hostesses seemed to be new to the job and struggling. The overnight flight was freezing, and not an enjoyable journey.

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  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to Sydney for under $1,900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Sydney for under $1,900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just $1,838, but on average you can expect to pay $2,168.

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

    According to our current data, Malaysia Airlines ($1,838), Cathay Pacific ($2,120), and Emirates ($2,124) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Sydney. Malaysia Airlines is priced at 7% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $1,172 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $1,305 and $1,380, respectively.

  • What does CPT to SYD mean?

    Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is SYD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Sydney that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to Sydney flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Sydney that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to Sydney offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to Sydney?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to Sydney flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to Sydney flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/7.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Sydney?

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney (average of $127). Flying from Cape Town to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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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