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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R12 308

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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 16 May 2026.

Tue 3/1123:25
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops42h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/1110:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops25h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/5R18 712
Mon 7/923:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops25h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/5R19 444
Sun 8/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/5R19 843
Sun 8/1118:10
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops47h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 15/1110:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops40h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/5R21 057
Wed 14/1010:15
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops22h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/5R21 307
Thu 1/1014:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1016:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5R21 822
Tue 26/512:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/619:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5R22 271
Mon 8/62:10
PER
-
CPT
3 stops41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/619:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R22 288
Thu 22/1016:00
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 31/1010:40
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops36h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/5R22 305
Wed 13/56:00
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop42h 40m
Emirates
Wed 20/518:25
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 11/5R22 504
Sat 6/62:10
PER
-
CPT
3 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/619:30
CPT
-
PER
1 stop41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R22 504
Sun 25/1012:00
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops30h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 30/1010:40
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops22h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/5R22 571

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 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 712

One-way from

R12 308

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 007
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/11-17/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 30m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R32 997 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 828 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 16 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 8/11

17:05-9:25

2 stops46h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

10:40-23:55

2 stops31h 15m

R19 843

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 3/11

9:10-9:25

2 stops32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

10:40-19:45

2 stops25h 05m

R21 473

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 7/11

2:25-14:35

3 stops42h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

17:15-23:45

2 stops48h 30m

R23 602

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 3/11

15:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

12:35-22:55

1 stop26h 20m

R23 635

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 8/11

13:30-14:35

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

14:00-13:45

1 stop17h 45m

R23 818

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

9:35-14:35

1 stop37h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

7:00-14:55

1 stop23h 55m

R24 084

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Sun 1/11

18:35-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

10:40-8:50

2 stops37h 40m

R24 350

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Sun 1/11

13:40-10:30

2 stops29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

12:35-17:05

1 stop44h 00m

R24 367
Fastest return journey

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

18:25-10:25

2 stops24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

17:25-21:50

2 stops20h 25m

R24 400

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Thu 11/6

18:50-13:10

2 stops49h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

13:15-8:05

2 stops35h 20m

R24 417

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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

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

Booking 29 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 117). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R34 463). 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 16 May 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
1 517 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 517 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 725 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 517 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 27h 20m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R23 635. 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 930), Qatar Airways (R11 417), and Singapore Airlines (R12 371).

  • 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 Perth - 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 117). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R34 463). 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 16 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 104AverageR23 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 986AverageR21 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 639AverageR29 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 280AverageR41 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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