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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from R7 373

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 February 2026.

Tue 2/616:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R13 411
Thu 30/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R13 491
Tue 5/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 26/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R13 634
Tue 5/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 30/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R13 793
Fri 8/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 26/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 206
Fri 8/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 30/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 365
Sat 9/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 30/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R14 540
Wed 22/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/413:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops54h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/2R14 555
Wed 1/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops55h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R15 000
Tue 5/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R15 096
Wed 1/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops55h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 7/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R15 318
Wed 1/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops55h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R15 557

Find 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 (ME1). 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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 411

One-way from

R7 373

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 877
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 2/6-23/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 113h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R26 334 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 779 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

13:25-11:50

2 stops54h 25m

R16 669

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

17:15-20:55

2 stops42h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

14:50-11:50

2 stops53h 00m

R18 035

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

16:35-20:40

2 stops67h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

13:25-11:50

2 stops54h 25m

R18 973

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

7:00-22:25

2 stops30h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

6:00-22:50

2 stops25h 50m

R20 816

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

18:55-10:35

2 stops30h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

R21 944

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

13:40-6:25

1 stop31h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

R22 803

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

13:40-18:15

1 stop43h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

23:55-11:40

1 stop44h 45m

R22 818

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-22:10

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

7:00-11:30

2 stops36h 30m

R25 583

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

13:00-22:10

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

18:40-11:30

2 stops48h 50m

R25 583

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

13:15-23:10

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

12:00-11:30

2 stops31h 30m

R25 933

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne (average of R12 569). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 401). 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.

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 26 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQantas Airways from Cape Town to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
998 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7,5
Good
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 6 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways fly from Cape Town to Melbourne in about 30h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 32h 50m. Cape Town and Melbourne 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways (R12 850), Singapore Airlines (R12 928), and Turkish Airlines (R13 054) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Melbourne. Qantas Airways is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 175. Users have also found prices from R7 672 and R8 699 on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

    Cape Town to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Johannesburg most of the time. Dubai is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne. Doha comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Cape Town to Melbourne flights.

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

    Johannesburg travellers tend to visit Gold Reef City, Carlton Centre, and Alexander Theatre more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover Johannesburg can visit Gold Reef City, Carlton Centre, and Alexander Theatre, by traveling 25,0 km, 20,5 km, and 21,1 km, respectively after landing at Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers can book a car hire at Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R683 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are located about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

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

    Cape Town to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Singapore least often. Cape Town to Melbourne flights stopping in Perth are the next rarest.

  • 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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne (average of R12 569). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 401). 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 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Melbourne. 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 850AverageR17 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 928AverageR18 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 054AverageR16 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 824AverageR18 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 910AverageR20 460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 596AverageR23 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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