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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from R9 059

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
Jul 27 — Aug 31
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
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 27 June 2026.

Wed 21/1019:30
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 31/1023:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/6R18 711
Sat 8/816:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 15/821:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops46h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/6R19 814
Sun 8/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops43h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/6R19 831
Wed 14/1019:30
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/1223:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/6R20 522
Wed 19/819:30
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 27/816:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R20 671
Sun 8/1112:35
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/1123:40
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/6R20 868

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 27 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 711

One-way from

R9 059

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R20 934
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R16 595 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 383 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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 27 June 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

19:30-17:50

1 stop37h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

R18 711

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

17:20-21:25

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

18:20-12:05

2 stops50h 45m

R19 831

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

R20 885

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/8

16:35-5:35

2 stops53h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

12:05-11:50

2 stops55h 45m

R22 252

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

13:15-8:20

2 stops35h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

22:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

R22 631
Fastest return journey

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

13:15-8:50

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

R25 562

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

16:35-4:40

3 stops52h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

21:35-11:50

2 stops46h 15m

R30 915
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

17:20-17:00

2 stops62h 40m

R9 059

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

17:20-17:00

2 stops62h 40m

R9 454

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/7

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 35m

R10 311

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

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

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 715). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 068). 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?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 78 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.

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 27 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African 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
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 425 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 736 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines fly from Cape Town to Melbourne in about 37h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 45m. 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, Singapore Airlines (R13 398), Turkish Airlines (R13 531), and Qantas Airways (R15 224) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Melbourne. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 33% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 303. Users have also found prices from R9 483 and R9 866 on Emirates and South African, 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.

  • 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, Naif Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R641 per day.

  • 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 715). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 068). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 398AverageR20 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 531AverageR16 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 224AverageR18 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 364AverageR18 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 528AverageR20 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 127AverageR22 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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