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The best prices from Cape Town to Sydney are usually found in August or March, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
Cape Town (CPT) to Sydney (SYD)

CPT - SYD
Price
R14 471 - R16 878
SYD
Temperature
0 - 24 °C
SYD
Rainfall
84 - 160 mm

Popular in

January

High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise

Cheapest in

August

Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop

Round-trip from

R14 471

From Cape Town to Sydney

One-way from

R25 636

One-way flight from Cape Town to Sydney

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Sydney?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 5%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney?

To save on the cost of your flight from Cape Town to Sydney, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 9% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R16 177 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R17 091.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Sydney?

August is one of the best times of the year to fly to Sydney from Cape Town. Prices for August average R14 911 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R11 790. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a August flight can save you 20% on your journey compared to booking in August

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Sydney (CPT - SYD)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Sydney at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cape Town to Sydney 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Sydney from Cape Town found for this year
4 Nov - 7 Nov
R16 908pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Qatar Airways
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
22 Aug - 26 Aug
R17 060pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Qatar Airways
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
7 Apr - 29 Apr
R17 228pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Emirates
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl

One-way flights to Sydney from Cape Town

The cheapest one-way flights from Cape Town to Sydney
9:35 - 4:30
Multiple Airlines
2 stops
33h 55m
CPT - SYD
Multiple Airlines
R25 637
Kiwi.com
13:10 - 5:30
Multiple Airlines
2 stops
54h 20m
CPT - SYD
Multiple Airlines
R26 078
Kiwi.com
8:20 - 15:05
Multiple Airlines
2 stops
44h 45m
CPT - SYD
Multiple Airlines
R45 149
Kiwi.com

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Cape Town to Sydney flights.

Flight FAQs

From Cape Town to Sydney

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Sydney for under R18 279 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Sydney for under R18 279. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R17 228, but on average you can expect to pay R25 743.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith to control the spread of COVID-19?

Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Etihad Airways is one of them. New policies for travellers booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitisation, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially-distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Cathay Pacific, Emirates, and Qatar Airways are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Cathay Pacific with this kind of flexibility.

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Sydney for under R16 756 on Cheapflights?

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Sydney, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

How popular is this flight route?

This flight path from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 2 385 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Does it rain more in Cape Town or Sydney?

When travelling, it's generally smart to pack in preparation for rain or any other conditions that may arise. The rainfall in Cape Town is roughly less than Sydney. You can assume this to be the case over the next 7 days.

Is Cape Town weather warmer or cooler than Sydney?

Expect the weather to be around 29 °C on average in February. As the temperature peaks, try to get your plans done early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. The climate in Sydney is generally colder than in Cape Town.

How long does is the flight from Cape Town to Sydney?

For as low as R32 446, Qatar Airways can have you in Sydney from Cape Town in 27h 15m.

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Destination information for Sydney

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Cape Town to Sydney
Today's exchange rate
R1 = $0,09
Average temperature for January in Sydney
0.0 °C
Avg rainfall for January in Sydney
144.0 mm

Airports servicing Cape Town

Cape Town (CPT)

Airports servicing Sydney

Sydney (SYD)

Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Sydney

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Cape Town to Sydney choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.

Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
Etihad Airways 		R859 R965 No cancel fee 75%
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Qatar Airways 		R822 R1 006 No cancel fee 68%
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Emirates 		R911 R1 076 No cancel fee 75%
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Cathay Pacific 		R921 R1 090 No cancel fee 72%
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South African 		R794 R1 107 No cancel fee 78%

We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by South African. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
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Singapore Airlines 		R891 R1 140 No cancel fee 81%
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