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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from R14 084

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
Jun 24 — Jul 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 May 2026.

Thu 5/1119:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 12/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops22h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/5R20 748
Wed 18/110:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/210:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/5R21 521
Sat 5/923:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 11/910:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops46h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/5R22 097
Sun 25/1023:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R22 410
Thu 19/1123:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/212:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5R22 772
Sun 25/1016:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 1/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R22 953
Sun 25/106:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 2/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/5R23 051
Thu 28/512:00
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/613:50
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/5R23 134
Wed 14/1023:45
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 14/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R23 167
Thu 5/1116:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/5R23 479

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 748

One-way from

R14 084

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 364
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 5/11-12/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 662 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 138 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 25 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

16:10-17:25

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R23 479

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R25 306

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

22:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/8

19:30-16:50

1 stop37h 20m

R25 503
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

13:15-21:50

1 stop24h 35m

R25 865

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

15:55-16:40

2 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

20:00-17:40

1 stop36h 40m

R25 947

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

6:15-11:40

1 stop38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

20:00-10:15

2 stops29h 15m

R25 964

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

22:30-16:45

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/2

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

R26 359

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

22:45-10:15

1 stop43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/8

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 35m

R26 507

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

15:55-16:40

2 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

13:15-5:30

1 stop32h 15m

R27 872

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

16:40-9:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/2

10:40-8:15

2 stops36h 35m

R30 028

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of R20 419). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 962). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

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 25 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways from Melbourne Airport 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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
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Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,3

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,9

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Melbourne, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town can take about 25h 45m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R25 865. Melbourne Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 10297 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R23 029. This flight start at 3% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of R20 419). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 962). 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 029AverageR41 003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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