Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from R11 341
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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 89 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 (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 12 July 2025.
Round-trip from | R19 127 |
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One-way from | R11 341 |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | R20 538 |
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to MelbourneExplore 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 12 July 2025.
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 12 July 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/8
17:25-22:20
2 stops20h 55m
Melbourne
Mon 25/8
19:45-16:45
2 stops29h 00m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Sun 27/7
7:00-18:35
2 stops27h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 8/9
20:30-22:50
2 stops34h 20m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Sun 10/8
19:35-22:20
2 stops42h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 13/8
17:45-23:35
2 stops37h 50m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/8
13:00-8:30
2 stops35h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 25/8
15:15-10:50
1 stop27h 35m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Sun 24/8
13:05-16:40
1 stop43h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 31/8
22:55-11:35
1 stop44h 40m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Fri 26/9
10:40-11:00
2 stops40h 20m
Melbourne
Fri 14/11
0:35-9:25
2 stops41h 50m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Tue 12/8
9:25-3:10
2 stops57h 45m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/8
6:40-19:55
2 stops29h 15m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/8
16:35-19:25
2 stops42h 50m
Cape TownMelbourne
CPT - MEL
CPTMEL
Cape Town Intl
Fri 8/8
7:00-18:35
2 stops27h 35m
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
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 11 July 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 89 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne 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 12 July 2025.
When flying from Cape Town to Melbourne, 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?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Melbourne 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.
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 12 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
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Anonymous,Jun 2025
ATH - EWR
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Anonymous,Jun 2025
ATH - EWR
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Anonymous,Jun 2025
ATH - EWR
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Anonymous,Jun 2025
ATH - EWR
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Anonymous,Jun 2025
ATH - EWR
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Anonymous,Jun 2025
ATH - EWR
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