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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R8 374

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
Apr 9 — Apr 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 10 March 2026.

Tue 3/111:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops38h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 18/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/3R15 999
Tue 10/111:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops38h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops19h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/3R17 797
Sat 9/515:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 24/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3R18 180
Sun 19/413:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/415:25
CPT
-
PER
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3R18 713
Sun 19/415:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3R18 829
Sun 19/412:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/513:50
CPT
-
PER
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R19 046
Thu 23/47:40
PER
-
CPT
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/413:50
CPT
-
PER
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3R19 112
Wed 11/1119:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/3R19 395
Thu 15/1013:45
PER
-
CPT
2 stops25h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/3R19 512
Mon 20/415:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/516:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3R19 595
Mon 27/71:10
PER
-
CPT
2 stops38h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 12/810:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/3R19 795
Sat 18/418:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/415:25
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops35h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R19 895

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 180

One-way from

R8 374

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 594
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/5-24/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 35m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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22/4
  • 22/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R24 093 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 754 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 10 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 19/4

13:45-14:35

2 stops30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

15:25-0:40

2 stops27h 15m

R20 910
Fastest return journey

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 21/8

23:50-10:25

1 stop16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

17:25-12:20

1 stop12h 55m

R21 759

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:00-6:10

1 stop33h 10m

R23 008

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

13:00-6:10

1 stop33h 10m

R23 058

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-6:10

1 stop33h 10m

R23 524

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:00-6:10

1 stop33h 10m

R23 590

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Fri 20/3

15:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

18:55-22:45

1 stop43h 50m

R23 757

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Tue 21/4

6:05-14:35

2 stops40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

9:55-21:30

2 stops28h 05m

R23 807

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 19/8

15:10-17:30

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

13:15-17:30

1 stop44h 15m

R23 890

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Wed 19/8

7:00-11:50

3 stops60h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

16:35-7:00

2 stops54h 25m

R23 940

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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 R11 021). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 044). 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 10 March 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
1 471 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
1 471 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
3 540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
7,5
Good
57 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
3 744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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 16h 35m. South African provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R21 759. Airlines will cover a distance of 8684 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 Singapore Airlines (R10 630), Ethiopian Air (R10 940), and Qatar Airways (R11 427).

  • 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 R11 021). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 044). 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 118AverageR23 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 843AverageR21 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 541AverageR26 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 302AverageR41 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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