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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from R21 167

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — CPT
May 5 — May 121
1 adult
Sun 5/5
Sun 12/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap 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 30 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R26 130

Round-trip from

R1 939
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Melbourne to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

Users have found that flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport. Users have commonly found prices around R27 045 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R18 488. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (MEL - CPT)?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore Airlines for the route between Melbourne and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Singapore Airlines flights we've come across from Melbourne to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 12/818:25MEL - CPT
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 2/910:40CPT - MEL
1 stop36h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R23 770
Mon 12/818:25MEL - CPT
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 1/910:40CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R24 875
Thu 26/918:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Fri 25/1010:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R25 587

Cheap Emirates flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Melbourne and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Emirates flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Cape Town. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 8/55:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 388
Mon 12/85:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 501
Sun 11/82:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 632
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 269
Sun 11/82:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Sun 1/913:05CPT - MEL
1 stop32h 25mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 400
Thu 26/95:15MEL - CPT
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Fri 25/1013:05CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 456
Wed 25/92:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Fri 25/1013:05CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 569
Wed 25/92:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Fri 25/1018:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 700
Fri 16/85:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sat 31/813:05CPT - MEL
2 stops46h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R26 842

Cheap Melbourne to Cape Town flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Cape Town specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Prices were last updated on 30 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Melbourne to Cape Town in April and May 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 8/55:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 388
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Sun 26/513:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 501
Wed 8/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 632
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 269
Wed 8/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/515:20CPT - MEL
3 stops44h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R28 285
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/515:20CPT - MEL
3 stops44h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R28 303
Wed 8/57:00MEL - CPT
3 stops46h 25mKLM
Sun 26/523:15CPT - MEL
3 stops46h 15mKLM
Deal found 30/4R53 984

Melbourne to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Melbourne to Cape Town in April and May 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 9/1119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops39h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R21 167
Mon 12/818:25MEL - CPT
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 2/910:40CPT - MEL
1 stop36h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R23 770
Wed 8/55:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 388
Mon 12/85:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 501
Sun 10/117:00MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 25mSingapore Airlines
Thu 14/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4R24 594
Sun 11/82:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 1/918:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 632
Fri 8/110:35MEL - CPT
1 stop41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - MEL
1 stop36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R24 726
Mon 12/818:25MEL - CPT
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 1/910:40CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R24 875
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 269

Melbourne to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 470 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Melbourne to Cape Town should consider booking one of these fares. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Wed 8/55:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 388
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Sun 26/513:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 501
Wed 8/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R24 632
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/518:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R25 269
Wed 8/512:00MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/515:20CPT - MEL
3 stops44h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R28 285
Tue 7/52:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/515:20CPT - MEL
3 stops44h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/4R28 303
Wed 8/57:00MEL - CPT
3 stops46h 25mKLM
Sun 26/523:15CPT - MEL
3 stops46h 15mKLM
Deal found 30/4R53 984

Find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town within your budget

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 594 470 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

R23 770 - R49 226

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 12/8

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/9

1 stop36h 45m

R23 770

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 12/8

1 stop38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

2 stops41h 15m

R24 501

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 11/8

2 stops41h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

2 stops41h 15m

R24 632

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 12/8

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

1 stop25h 55m

R24 875

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 11/8

2 stops46h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/9

1 stop32h 25m

R25 400

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 26/9

1 stop43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/10

1 stop25h 15m

R25 456

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 26/9

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/10

2 stops36h 45m

R25 587

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 26/9

3 stops32h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/10

2 stops32h 50m

R27 891

MelbourneCape Town Intl

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 16/8

3 stops32h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/8

3 stops33h 35m

R49 226

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 30/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 66 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Cape Town is currently R0 while a return flight costs R27 927. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (average of R104). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R141). 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.

January

R2 004

February

R2 267

March

R2 547

April

R2 398

May

R2 004

June

R1 948

July

R2 229

August

R2 248

September

R2 304

October

R2 267

November

R2 154

December

R2 641

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

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 30 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM from Melbourne to Cape Town have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 475 reviews

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

8,3
Very Good
1 475 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 475 reviews

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

8,1
Very Good
4 049 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 475 reviews

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,9
Good
1 616 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 475 reviews

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,5
Good
398 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 475 reviews

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town for under R23 800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town for under R23 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Singapore Airlines for just R23 770, but on average you can expect to pay R28 828.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town for under R24 400?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R24 400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R23 770. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R24 501 and R49 226, respectively. These flights start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

  • What does MEL to CPT mean?

    Melbourne Airport is MEL and Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 30/4.

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