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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R11 944

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — CPT
May 9 — May 161
1 adult
Thu 9/5
Thu 16/5

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Australia to Cape Town at least 39 days early can save you up to 5% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 39 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Australia to Cape Town for as little as R26 572 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 R30 572 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Cape Town from Australia average R27 190. You can even find prices in October for less than R27 190, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as R17 962. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Australia. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 30%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Australia to Cape Town (AU - CPT)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Cape Town as you normally would.

Cheap South African flights from Australia to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by South African for the route between Australia and Cape Town. 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 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest South African flights we've detected travelling from Australia to Cape Town. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 6/923:50PER - CPT
1 stop28h 50mSouth African
Sat 14/920:20CPT - PER
1 stop34h 00mSouth African
Deal found 1/5R22 999
Mon 15/723:50PER - CPT
1 stop28h 50mSouth African
Mon 29/719:25CPT - PER
1 stop34h 55mSouth African
Deal found 2/5R25 739
Fri 10/523:50PER - CPT
1 stop17h 25mSouth African
Sun 19/513:05CPT - PER
1 stop17h 15mSouth African
Deal found 1/5R27 628

Cheap Emirates flights from Australia to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Australia and Cape Town. 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 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Emirates flights departing from Australia and landing in Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Mon 12/85:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 739
Sun 11/82:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 850
Mon 12/812:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 869
Mon 12/85:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 1/913:05CPT - MEL
2 stops46h 30mEmirates
Deal found 3/5R23 924
Sun 9/69:50SYD - CPT
2 stops57h 45mEmirates
Tue 25/613:05CPT - SYD
2 stops33h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 980
Wed 2/109:50SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 45mEmirates
Wed 30/1018:25CPT - SYD
1 stop38h 55mEmirates
Deal found 1/5R23 999
Sun 11/82:25MEL - CPT
2 stops65h 10mEmirates
Sun 1/913:05CPT - MEL
2 stops46h 30mEmirates
Deal found 3/5R24 054
Sat 28/95:15MEL - CPT
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Tue 22/1013:05CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R24 073
Fri 17/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops65h 10mEmirates
Thu 30/513:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Deal found 1/5R24 184

Cheap Australia to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Australia to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 560 380 searches. Prices were last updated on 4 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cape Town in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sat 18/510:20MEL - CPT
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/514:35CPT - MEL
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R22 758
Wed 8/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/514:35CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R23 387
Wed 8/55:15MEL - CPT
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop27h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 610
Wed 8/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop27h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 721
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops65h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/513:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 739
Fri 10/59:45PER - CPT
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/55:50CPT - PER
3 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R23 776
Wed 8/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 850
Sun 9/69:50SYD - CPT
2 stops57h 45mEmirates
Tue 25/613:05CPT - SYD
2 stops33h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R23 980
Fri 17/514:45SYD - CPT
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/514:35CPT - SYD
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R24 017

Australia to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Australia and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cape Town in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sat 9/1119:25MEL - CPT
1 stop47h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
1 stop36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R19 517
Sat 9/117:00MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R20 684
Sat 9/1119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops47h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R21 295
Fri 8/110:35MEL - CPT
1 stop41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
1 stop34h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R21 332
Wed 2/1012:30SYD - CPT
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/1020:20CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R21 591
Fri 8/110:35MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R21 758
Mon 7/1020:45MEL - CPT
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/1115:45CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R21 832
Mon 4/1110:30ADL - CPT
2 stops31h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 25/1110:40CPT - ADL
2 stops37h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5R21 869
Mon 4/1110:30ADL - CPT
1 stop31h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 25/1110:40CPT - ADL
1 stop37h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5R22 628

Australia to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Australia to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Australia to Cape Town. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 8/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/514:35CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R23 387
Fri 10/59:45PER - CPT
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/55:50CPT - PER
3 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5R23 776
Fri 10/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/514:35CPT - SYD
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R24 369
Fri 10/522:45PER - CPT
2 stops39h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 19/513:00CPT - PER
1 stop23h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/5R24 498
Fri 10/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/513:00CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R24 573
Fri 10/510:15SYD - CPT
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/56:50CPT - SYD
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R24 591
Wed 8/56:00SYD - CPT
1 stop37h 35mEmirates
Wed 15/513:05CPT - SYD
1 stop33h 00mEmirates
Deal found 3/5R24 758
Fri 10/56:00SYD - CPT
1 stop37h 35mEmirates
Sun 26/513:05CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 05mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R24 998
Fri 10/56:00SYD - CPT
1 stop42h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - SYD
1 stop27h 45mEmirates
Deal found 2/5R25 073

One-way flights to Cape Town from Australia

Search for one-way flight options from Australia to Cape Town. 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 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Australia to Cape Town. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Australia to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 10/512:10PER - CPT
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R11 944
Fri 10/59:45PER - CPT
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R12 055
Wed 24/717:10PER - CPT
2 stops46h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5R15 462
Thu 13/611:15SYD - CPT
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R15 518
Mon 21/1010:30SYD - CPT
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R15 555
Wed 24/717:10PER - CPT
1 stop46h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5R15 647
Thu 9/51:20PER - CPT
3 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R15 666
Mon 21/1019:05SYD - CPT
2 stops47h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R15 980
Thu 9/51:20PER - CPT
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R16 388

Find flights from Australia to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Cape Town 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 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.

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R21 591 - R42 497

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Sydney Kingsford SmithCape Town Intl

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/10

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/10

2 stops41h 10m

R21 591

PerthCape Town Intl

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 6/9

1 stop28h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/9

1 stop34h 00m

R22 999

BrisbaneCape Town Intl

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 22/10

1 stop41h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/11

1 stop25h 05m

R23 147

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 12/8

1 stop38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

2 stops41h 15m

R23 739

BrisbaneCape Town Intl

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 22/10

2 stops30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/11

3 stops50h 15m

R29 091

BrisbaneCape Town Intl

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Sat 7/9

2 stops41h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/9

2 stops50h 35m

R32 368

PerthCape Town Intl

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 9/6

3 stops54h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

3 stops60h 40m

R35 590

Sydney Kingsford SmithCape Town Intl

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/6

3 stops41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

2 stops46h 55m

R38 461

PerthCape Town Intl

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Thu 30/5

3 stops27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/6

3 stops27h 50m

R42 497

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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 4 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with South African, Emirates and Kenya Airways 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.
8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,1
Very Good
4 023 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,9
Good
1 604 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,8
Good
1 113 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,7
Good
4 444 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 466 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Australia to Cape Town.

  • Can I find flights from Australia to Cape Town for under R21 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Australia to Cape Town for under R21 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R21 591, but on average you can expect to pay R23 480.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Australia to Cape Town for under R23 400?

    There are currently 18+ open flights from Australia to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R23 400.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Cape Town are Singapore Airlines (R15 462), South African (R17 795), and Cathay Pacific (R20 795).

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

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

  • What does SYD to CPT mean?

    This is defined as Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE), Perth Airport (PER), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Australia to Cape Town 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.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Australia to Cape Town with specific airlines?

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

  • 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town 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 Australia to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Australia to Cape Town 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 Australia to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Australia to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 3/5.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 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 560 380 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 078AverageR25 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 313AverageR36 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 667AverageR28 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR26 542AverageR27 769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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