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CMH — CPT
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest South African flights from Australia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable South African flight options available from Australia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Tue 28/718:25
SYD
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CPT
2 stops24h 00m
South African
Sun 9/817:25
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops20h 25m
South African
Deal found 27/7$2,238
Wed 29/718:25
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops25h 15m
South African
Sat 8/817:25
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops20h 25m
South African
Deal found 25/7$2,617
Wed 29/723:50
PER
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CPT
1 stop16h 35m
South African
Sat 8/817:25
CPT
-
PER
1 stop12h 55m
South African
Deal found 25/7$2,696

Flights to Cape Town with South African at a glance

Find detailed information about South African flights from Australia to Cape Town. Explore the options provided by South African to plan your journey from Australia to Cape Town. Data last updated 28 July 2026.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,027

Return from

$2,041

One-way from

$1,502
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  • South African
  • 18/11-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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How long is the flight to Cape Town with South African?

On average, South African flights from Australia to Cape Town take 23 hours 18 minutes. Flights to Cape Town from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the best time to book a flight to Cape Town with South African?

The best time to book a flight to Cape Town with South African is 57 days before departure. On average, fares are higher if you book 12 days before departure.

FAQs about flights to Cape Town with South African

  • Which airport do South African flights arrive at when travelling to Cape Town?

    South African flights on this route tend to land at Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • Is South African the cheapest airline for a flight to Cape Town?

    Flight prices will depend on factors like date, time, and cabin class, so it is worth comparing flights before booking. Based on Cheapflights data, the cheapest average return price for flights to Cape Town tends to be with Ethiopian Air.

  • Are there alternative airlines other than South African that fly to Cape Town?

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates all fly to Cape Town and offer an alternative to South African.

  • How much is a South African flight to Cape Town?

    The average price for a return flight with South African is $2,070, while a one-way flight costs around $1,440.

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6.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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8.0

Comfort

7.3

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