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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport from R10 159

CPT — MEL
Nov 8 — Nov 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Thu 5/1112:35 -
1 stop44h 15m
Wed 18/1123:40 -
1 stop43h 50m
Deal found 6/10R18 506
Wed 2/1212:35 -
1 stop25h 45m
Wed 27/117:10 -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 5/10R18 573
Fri 20/1112:35 -
1 stop25h 45m
Fri 27/1117:10 -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 6/10R18 639
Thu 19/1112:35 -
1 stop25h 45m
Thu 26/1117:10 -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 5/10R18 656
Mon 2/1114:00 -
2 stops20h 10m
Mon 9/116:00 -
2 stops25h 50m
Deal found 5/10R18 822
Tue 3/1114:00 -
2 stops30h 10m
Tue 10/116:00 -
2 stops25h 50m
Deal found 4/10R18 905
Sat 21/1119:35 -
2 stops36h 10m
Sat 28/1118:05 -
2 stops28h 20m
Deal found 7/10R19 953
Mon 2/1112:35 -
1 stop25h 45m
Mon 9/1123:40 -
1 stop43h 50m
Deal found 5/10R20 235

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

Round-trip from

R18 506

One-way from

R10 159

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R21 083
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 88h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R23 253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R3 151 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 159

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

20:25-16:45

2 stops35h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 107

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

5:45-16:45

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 972

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/1

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 753

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

15:20-5:10

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 451
Fastest return journey

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 898

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/2

14:00-23:50

2 stops24h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 22/2

6:00-19:55

2 stops22h 55m

R18 739

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/2

9:55-5:10

2 stops34h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 25/2

19:55-22:50

2 stops35h 55m

R20 152

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/3

12:35-5:20

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 28/3

16:10-17:20

1 stop34h 10m

R21 200

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/2

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 25/2

17:10-17:25

1 stop33h 15m

R21 732

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R18 107). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 613). 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 Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between R18 839 and R23 079 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R18 506 on Qatar Airways (Nov 5–Nov 18).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 104 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 454 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 6 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport will take you 24h 50m. The distance from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport is about 10297 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at R13 884, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and South African - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R15 369 and R16 811, respectively. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    R9 462 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on South African and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from R10 335 and R10 530, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

    Most of the time, Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Johannesburg. Perth sees the next most stopovers on Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Johannesburg?

    The majority of Johannesburg visitors spend their time at Gold Reef City, Nelson Mandela Square, and Carlton Centre. Gold Reef City, Nelson Mandela Square, and Carlton Centre can be accessed by travelling approximately 25,0 km, 18,3 km, and 20,5 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers in need of a car in Johannesburg can hire one for about R683 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport is Singapore.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R18 107). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 613). 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 Airways flights from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne
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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 884AverageR17 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 369AverageR18 317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 811AverageR18 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 054AverageR21 087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 647AverageR22 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 256AverageR22 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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