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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from $1,009

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Wed 21/1006:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 25/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,654
Wed 21/1010:10
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops31h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 25/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,663
Fri 23/1016:30
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop25h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,666
Thu 22/1000:35
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop41h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 31/1010:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops40h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,704
Fri 23/1019:25
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 2/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,720
Wed 21/1014:20
ADL
-
CPT
3 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,758
Sat 8/805:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 22/810:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,766
Tue 19/504:45
PER
-
CPT
3 stops44h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/519:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,775
Fri 23/1019:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops47h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 1/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,780
Fri 15/505:35
PER
-
CPT
3 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/519:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,797
Fri 6/1115:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop27h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1112:35
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop33h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,798
Fri 6/1119:10
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops47h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/1110:40
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops36h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,803

Find flight deals from Australia to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,766

One-way from

$1,009

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,850
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 8/8-22/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 15m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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28/8
  • 28/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

15:30-09:25

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

10:40-07:25

2 stops36h 45m

$1,879

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 20/5

22:10-12:55

1 stop46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

$1,881

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/8

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:15-17:10

1 stop43h 55m

$1,950

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Mon 25/5

22:10-13:10

1 stop47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

19:30-16:20

2 stops60h 50m

$1,977

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

22:55-18:05

1 stop27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

18:25-05:30

1 stop27h 05m

$2,040
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:15-21:50

1 stop24h 35m

$2,041

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

21:15-16:40

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

20:00-17:40

1 stop36h 40m

$2,044

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

20:45-16:40

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$2,063

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/10

21:45-18:05

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

13:15-07:25

2 stops33h 10m

$2,065

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

06:00-18:05

1 stop44h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$2,066

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of $680). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,511). 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.

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 17 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Australia to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia 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 Australia?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Australia, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15.6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Cape Town?

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from Australia to Cape Town in just under 25h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 50m. There are 10297 km between Australia and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $802. Qatar Airways flights start at $865 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $885 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Cape Town?

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Cape Town are Melbourne - Cape Town Intl, Perth - Cape Town Intl and Brisbane - Cape Town Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of $680). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,511). 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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Fly from Australia to Cape Town on these airlines

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Top 7 airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$890Average$1,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,187Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,262Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,396Average$1,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,417Average$1,954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,496Average$2,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,664Average$2,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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