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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R11 943

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
May 9 — May 161
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 9 April 2026.

Fri 23/1013:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops25h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 2/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops19h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4R19 473
Tue 12/515:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R19 866
Sun 1/1118:35
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
3 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R20 063
Wed 14/1019:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops40h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4R20 096
Mon 8/620:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/613:15
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R20 293
Thu 7/520:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:30
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R20 424
Wed 3/615:40
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/616:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R20 572
Tue 12/54:45
PER
-
CPT
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/519:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4R20 605
Mon 1/620:45
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop48h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/616:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops64h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R20 719
Thu 14/54:45
PER
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/519:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4R20 752
Sun 1/1118:35
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 30/1110:40
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops37h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4R20 769
Fri 22/54:45
PER
-
CPT
3 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/519:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R20 785

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 866

One-way from

R11 943

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 738
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 35m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 609 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 745 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

20:45-12:55

1 stop48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

R20 424

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

6:00-16:40

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:15-6:25

2 stops33h 10m

R21 819

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

15:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

10:40-4:40

2 stops34h 00m

R21 901

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Thu 7/5

2:10-14:35

3 stops42h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

16:35-1:10

2 stops50h 35m

R22 393

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

19:30-6:10

1 stop26h 40m

R22 426

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

9:50-16:40

2 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:15-6:25

2 stops57h 10m

R23 672

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

9:50-11:30

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

18:25-6:25

2 stops52h 00m

R23 722

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

6:00-11:30

1 stop37h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

18:25-6:05

1 stop27h 40m

R23 804
Fastest return journey

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 2/5

22:20-16:40

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

13:15-17:35

1 stop22h 20m

R23 902

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R23 984

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Cape Town

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of R10 860). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 194). 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 9 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
1 491 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
1 491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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 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 25h 55m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R21 901. Airlines will cover a distance of 10297 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 781), Qatar Airways (R11 260), and South African (R12 023).

  • 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 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of R10 860). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 194). 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 897AverageR22 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 094AverageR20 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 435AverageR26 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 961AverageR40 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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