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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R12 731

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
May 30 — Jun 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 30 April 2026.

Sat 5/923:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 10/910:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 380
Sat 8/816:55
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 22/810:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 646
Tue 3/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops46h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R19 213
Wed 14/1018:10
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops23h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 27/1010:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R19 696
Mon 9/116:40
PER
-
CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 27/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R19 813
Thu 12/116:40
PER
-
CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 27/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4R19 896
Mon 9/116:40
PER
-
CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 15/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R19 930
Thu 12/1116:40
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops25h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 27/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 213
Wed 14/1010:15
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4R20 263
Sun 8/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops22h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 15/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 913
Fri 6/1118:35
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4R21 063
Sat 29/823:50
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops41h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 12/910:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops39h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4R21 146

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 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 380

One-way from

R12 731

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 962
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 5/9-10/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 50m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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15/8
  • 15/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 20m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R28 101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 025 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2026.
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Depart

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BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 14/10

18:10-9:25

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

10:40-7:15

2 stops36h 35m

R19 696

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

11:00-9:25

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

10:40-6:05

2 stops35h 25m

R21 879

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 9/6

2:10-11:50

2 stops63h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

R22 612

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 10/6

22:55-13:10

1 stop44h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

R23 362

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Wed 10/6

18:20-13:10

2 stops50h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

19:30-15:30

1 stop36h 30m

R24 079

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

7:00-13:10

2 stops62h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

19:30-17:10

1 stop37h 40m

R24 479

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 23/5

22:45-13:10

1 stop44h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

19:30-11:55

1 stop34h 25m

R24 495

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R24 545

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 2/6

15:00-14:35

1 stop29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

9:55-14:25

1 stop22h 30m

R24 729

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Tue 12/5

18:20-13:10

2 stops50h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

19:30-22:10

2 stops43h 10m

R25 079

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

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

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 R8 132). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 011). 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 30 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
1 505 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 505 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
3 724 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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?

    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.

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

    A quick flight from Australia to Cape Town can take about 23h 15m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R19 696. Airlines will cover a distance of 11669 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Ethiopian Air (R10 950), Qatar Airways (R11 438), and Singapore Airlines (R12 394).

  • 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, Brisbane - Cape Town Intl and Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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 R8 132). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 011). 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 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 132AverageR23 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 020AverageR21 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 681AverageR29 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 323AverageR41 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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