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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R11 727

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
Jul 27 — Aug 31
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 27 June 2026.

Mon 10/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 17/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/6R19 435
Sun 9/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 17/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/6R19 831
Tue 11/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 25/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/6R19 847
Sun 9/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 23/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/6R19 962
Tue 11/82:10
PER
-
CPT
2 stops63h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 24/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/6R19 995
Tue 11/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/6R20 045
Sat 8/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 15/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops40h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/6R20 489
Tue 4/823:15
PER
-
CPT
2 stops42h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 19/816:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/6R21 082
Tue 3/1118:10
BNE
-
CPT
2 stops23h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/1110:40
CPT
-
BNE
2 stops40h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/6R21 247
Mon 10/89:45
ADL
-
CPT
2 stops57h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 17/816:35
CPT
-
ADL
2 stops54h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/6R21 346
Tue 1/1215:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/1217:20
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops52h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6R21 593
Sun 1/1123:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/6R21 708

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 27 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 435

One-way from

R11 727

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R27 226
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/8-17/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 35m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 35m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R48 446 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 387 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 27 June 2026.
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PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Thu 30/7

15:50-11:50

2 stops50h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/8

16:35-1:10

2 stops50h 35m

R21 247

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

23:40-10:30

1 stop43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R22 120

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 3/11

21:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

12:35-17:30

1 stop44h 55m

R23 586

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 13/9

1:10-9:25

2 stops38h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

10:40-12:30

2 stops19h 50m

R24 969

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Fri 24/7

22:00-10:15

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

12:35-15:00

3 stops42h 55m

R25 134

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Mon 2/11

14:50-9:25

3 stops27h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

10:40-17:20

2 stops22h 10m

R25 183

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

21:15-11:30

1 stop46h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

20:00-17:40

1 stop36h 40m

R25 414

AdelaideCape Town

ADL - CPT

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Tue 11/8

13:40-14:10

3 stops32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

13:15-15:00

1 stop42h 15m

R25 431

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

6:00-18:05

1 stop44h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-6:25

2 stops33h 10m

R25 529

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

6:00-18:05

1 stop44h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

18:25-6:25

2 stops52h 00m

R25 529

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of R8 038). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R38 278). 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.

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

Booking 70 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.

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 27 June 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
1 555 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 555 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
3 603 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
7,3
Good
3 736 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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 38h 15m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R24 969. 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 Ethiopian Air (R10 824), Qatar Airways (R11 305), and Singapore Airlines (R12 250).

  • 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 Brisbane - 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 038). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R38 278). 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 27 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 009AverageR32 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 844AverageR21 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 368AverageR29 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 811AverageR20 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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