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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Australia from R7 593

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SYD
Mar 14 — Mar 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 February 2026.

Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 24/821:30
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops70h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R13 311
Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 28/821:30
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops70h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R13 883
Sun 7/616:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops53h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 14/615:40
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/2R13 930
Thu 30/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2R14 232
Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 29/821:30
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R14 280
Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 26/815:40
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R14 518
Sun 17/516:35
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops56h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/513:50
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2R15 423
Mon 9/317:15
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops41h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/316:35
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/2R15 773
Wed 19/816:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 24/821:30
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops70h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R15 868
Thu 5/317:15
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops41h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/316:35
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R16 186
Thu 12/317:15
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops43h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/318:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/2R16 202
Wed 11/217:15
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2R16 218

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 930

One-way from

R7 593

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 154
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/6-14/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 105h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Australia
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 352 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 097 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Australia 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Australia that are best for you.

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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 23/6

17:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R14 232

Cape TownBrisbane

CPT - BNE

CPTBNE

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

16:35-9:30

2 stops56h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 31/5

13:50-11:50

2 stops54h 00m

R15 423

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

17:15-21:20

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R16 202

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

17:15-10:45

2 stops56h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

16:35-11:50

2 stops52h 15m

R16 281

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

12:35-6:50

1 stop33h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

15:50-17:30

1 stop34h 40m

R16 440

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

15:55-22:30

2 stops21h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

20:15-9:25

2 stops22h 10m

R16 837

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

21:30-11:50

2 stops46h 20m

R16 980

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

21:30-11:50

2 stops70h 20m

R17 044

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

17:15-19:20

2 stops41h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

21:45-11:50

2 stops71h 05m

R17 075

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/2

17:15-19:20

2 stops41h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

16:35-11:50

2 stops52h 15m

R17 075

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Australia

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Australia (average of R11 452). Flying from Cape Town to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 963). 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 Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 12 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQantas Airways from Cape Town to Australia 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
1 452 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
3 513 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
988 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
3 731 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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 Cape Town to Australia. 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 Australia?

    If you book a flight to Australia from Cape Town, you will be flying from 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 Cape Town to Australia?

    For as low as R16 837, Turkish Airlines can have you in Australia from Cape Town in 21h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10981 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 to fly from Cape Town to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 372. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to Australia for a low price.

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

    Most travellers choose Cape Town Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Cape Town Intl - Brisbane or Cape Town Intl - Melbourne when deciding on the best route from Cape Town to Australia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Australia (average of R11 452). Flying from Cape Town to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 963). 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 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Australia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Australia. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 578AverageR17 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 580AverageR17 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 049AverageR17 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 203AverageR19 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 038AverageR18 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 280AverageR21 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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