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Cheap flights from Australia to Cape Town from R9 345

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
Jul 19 — Jul 261
1 adult

Cheap 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 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 882

One-way from

R9 345

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R25 487
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 15/11-22/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Australia to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R43 192 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 320 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 July 2025.

Sat 15/1117:30PER - CPT
2 stops21h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 22/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops31h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/7R17 882
Mon 10/1123:25BNE - CPT
2 stops42h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/310:40CPT - BNE
2 stops40h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/7R18 833
Fri 14/114:40PER - CPT
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1110:40CPT - PER
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7R19 281
Wed 27/87:55SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 30mSingapore Airlines
Wed 3/910:40CPT - SYD
2 stops35h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/7R20 501
Tue 4/1117:10MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R22 366
Sun 20/723:50PER - CPT
1 stop25h 05mSouth African
Sat 2/819:35CPT - PER
1 stop34h 45mSouth African
Deal found 13/7R22 456
Thu 23/1015:50SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 10/1118:55CPT - SYD
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/7R22 545
Sat 1/1121:30SYD - CPT
2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1110:40CPT - SYD
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7R22 563
Mon 10/1115:10BNE - CPT
1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 9/312:35CPT - BNE
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R22 671
Wed 27/822:45PER - CPT
1 stop42h 05mQatar Airways
Wed 3/915:20CPT - PER
2 stops38h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R22 958
Tue 26/822:55MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 40mEmirates
Tue 2/918:25CPT - MEL
1 stop27h 05mEmirates
Deal found 12/7R23 586
Mon 3/1123:30MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 3/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R23 693

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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 14 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 15/11

17:30-9:25

2 stops21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

10:40-23:55

2 stops31h 15m

R17 882

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Mon 10/11

23:25-9:25

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

10:40-10:45

2 stops40h 05m

R18 833

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 14/11

4:40-17:25

2 stops42h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

10:40-12:35

2 stops19h 55m

R19 281

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/8

7:55-9:25

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/9

10:40-5:55

2 stops35h 15m

R20 501

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/12

10:40-5:45

2 stops34h 05m

R22 366

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 27/8

23:50-18:55

1 stop25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/9

20:25-12:20

1 stop33h 55m

R22 617

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Mon 10/11

15:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

12:35-22:35

1 stop26h 00m

R22 671

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/8

10:15-13:00

3 stops34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/9

6:15-20:10

2 stops29h 55m

R22 796

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/9

10:40-4:20

2 stops33h 40m

R22 868

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 27/8

22:45-10:50

1 stop42h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/9

15:20-11:55

2 stops38h 35m

R22 958

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 14 July 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Cape Town as you normally would.

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 14 July 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 326 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
876 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Virgin Australia
7,5
Good
408 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
South African
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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.

  • 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 (R11 909), Qatar Airways (R12 932), and South African (R13 829).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Cape Town are Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cape Town Intl, Melbourne - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Australia to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 14 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 225AverageR22 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 857AverageR22 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 583AverageR23 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 242AverageR26 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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