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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport from R12 295

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
Feb 11 — Feb 181
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in November or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 6 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 270

One-way from

R12 295

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 056
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R28 327 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 144 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 February 2025.

Wed 5/312:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 11/317:10MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R19 270
Wed 5/312:15CPT - MEL
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/320:25MEL - CPT
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2R19 289
Fri 14/26:50CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 15/36:00MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/2R20 349
Wed 5/310:40CPT - MEL
2 stops39h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/30:35MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2R22 209
Sun 2/318:25CPT - MEL
2 stops30h 45mEmirates
Fri 14/33:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 5/2R27 045
Tue 1/410:40CPT - MEL
3 stops37h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 22/413:25MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/2R52 044

Find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne 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 6 February 2025.

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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/3

12:35-23:45

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

R19 270

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/3

12:15-17:35

2 stops20h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

20:25-22:50

3 stops35h 25m

R19 289

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

6:50-17:35

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

18:45-22:50

2 stops37h 05m

R20 349

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/3

10:40-10:50

2 stops39h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

0:35-9:25

2 stops41h 50m

R22 209

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/3

18:25-10:10

2 stops30h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

3:25-11:40

2 stops41h 15m

R27 045

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/4

10:40-9:10

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

13:25-17:15

2 stops35h 50m

R52 044

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

16:35-18:55

2 stops42h 20m

R12 295

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

6:05-22:05

3 stops32h 00m

R15 550

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

18:25-5:30

1 stop27h 05m

R15 922

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2025.

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 55 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 CPT to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 February 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 6 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways from Cape Town to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Melbourne. 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 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 7 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at R19 270, Qatar Airways will fly you from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R20 349 and R22 209, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg travellers tend to visit Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium more than any other notable places. Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium can be accessed by travelling approximately 25,0 km, 20,1 km, and 21,6 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Those landing in Johannesburg looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R494 per day.

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 980AverageR20 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 303AverageR21 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 475AverageR20 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR20 040AverageR23 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 611AverageR23 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 785AverageR25 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 802AverageR27 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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