Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R9 209

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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 23 December 2025.

Tue 30/1216:35SYD - CPT
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/317:15CPT - SYD
2 stops63h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R25 773
Wed 24/128:30PER - CPT
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/17:00CPT - PER
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R26 826
Sun 28/128:00PER - CPT
3 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/25:45CPT - PER
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R26 909
Wed 24/1222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops48h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/113:50CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R27 310
Thu 25/1215:55PER - CPT
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/26:05CPT - PER
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R29 868
Wed 24/1222:20PER - CPT
1 stop24h 25mEmirates
Mon 19/113:40CPT - PER
1 stop21h 40mEmirates
Deal found 22/12R30 018
Tue 30/1216:30SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops52h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R30 937
Wed 24/1222:45PER - CPT
1 stop41h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 28/1212:35CPT - PER
1 stop41h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R31 121
Sun 28/1213:30PER - CPT
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/27:30CPT - PER
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R31 522
Tue 30/1221:10SYD - CPT
1 stop47h 30mEmirates
Thu 5/213:40CPT - SYD
1 stop43h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/12R32 007
Tue 23/1221:10SYD - CPT
1 stop47h 30mEmirates
Tue 30/1218:30CPT - SYD
1 stop27h 30mEmirates
Deal found 21/12R32 893
Wed 24/1215:10BNE - CPT
2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 20/112:35CPT - BNE
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R34 096

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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 430

One-way from

R9 209

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R27 778
South African
  • South African
  • 8/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
19/2
  • 19/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 50m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R32 254 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 514 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 23 December 2025.
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Australia

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 8/2

23:50-13:25

1 stop19h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

19:35-12:10

1 stop34h 35m

R16 430

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 13/2

23:50-14:35

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

14:15-12:10

1 stop15h 55m

R16 814

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 27/1

23:50-9:25

1 stop15h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

15:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

R17 265

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Mon 26/1

23:50-9:25

1 stop15h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

15:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

R17 265

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 8/2

17:05-9:25

2 stops22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

10:40-14:45

2 stops22h 05m

R18 235

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 24/2

18:10-9:25

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

10:40-7:15

2 stops36h 35m

R18 569

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Sat 21/2

18:10-9:25

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/2

10:40-10:45

2 stops40h 05m

R18 586

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 18/4

13:45-13:00

2 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:50-23:55

2 stops28h 05m

R18 703

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 18/2

2:25-11:50

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

17:15-1:25

2 stops50h 10m

R18 836

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 10/3

2:25-11:50

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

17:15-1:25

2 stops50h 10m

R18 836

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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 065). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 123). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Australia to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 23 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways 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.

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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 19h 35m. South African provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R16 430. 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 672), Ethiopian Air (R10 983), and South African (R12 250).

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

  • 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 065). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 123). 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 5 airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 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 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 221AverageR21 080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 708AverageR21 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 249AverageR21 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 785AverageR41 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 795AverageR25 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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