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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sydney from R10 073

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SYD
Jan 29 — Feb 51
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in November or October, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Sydney (SYD). 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 24 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 590

One-way from

R10 073

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R26 385
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 3/3-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R20 328 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 928 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2025.

Mon 3/36:50CPT - SYD
1 stop22h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 24/39:30SYD - CPT
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/1R19 590
Sat 8/214:40CPT - SYD
2 stops30h 30mSouth African
Fri 14/213:25SYD - CPT
2 stops30h 45mSouth African
Deal found 24/1R19 868
Sun 9/312:35CPT - SYD
1 stop45h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 16/321:30SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R20 386
Mon 21/79:00CPT - SYD
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/79:30SYD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R21 830
Fri 18/416:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 27/421:05SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/1R23 330
Thu 16/1013:05CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 15mEmirates
Mon 27/1010:20SYD - CPT
2 stops39h 25mEmirates
Deal found 24/1R26 219
Sat 19/410:40CPT - SYD
2 stops22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 27/418:05SYD - CPT
2 stops23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/1R30 774
Sun 9/310:40CPT - SYD
3 stops24h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 16/312:10SYD - CPT
3 stops34h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 22/1R47 586
Wed 3/1218:30CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 45mLufthansa
Tue 13/116:10SYD - CPT
2 stops48h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 23/1R98 098
Mon 27/18:05CPT - SYD
3 stops40h 35mKLM
Wed 26/211:15SYD - CPT
2 stops43h 15mKLM
Deal found 23/1R124 131

Find flights from Cape Town to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Sydney 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 24 January 2025.

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Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/3

6:50-14:15

1 stop22h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/3

9:30-22:50

1 stop22h 20m

R19 590

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/2

14:40-6:10

2 stops30h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/2

13:25-11:10

2 stops30h 45m

R19 868

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/3

12:35-18:50

1 stop45h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/3

21:30-10:40

2 stops46h 10m

R20 386

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/7

9:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 31/7

9:30-22:50

1 stop21h 20m

R21 830

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

21:05-11:50

2 stops46h 45m

R23 330

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/4

18:25-6:05

1 stop27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/4

6:00-11:35

1 stop37h 35m

R26 237

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/4

10:40-16:45

2 stops22h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

18:05-9:25

2 stops23h 20m

R30 774

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/3

10:40-20:35

3 stops24h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/3

12:10-13:45

3 stops34h 35m

R47 586

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R10 073

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/6

10:40-5:55

2 stops35h 15m

R10 424

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Sydney

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Sydney, you should look to book at least 66 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 Sydney?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney (average of R1 044). Flying from Cape Town to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 January 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Cape Town to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 24 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about South African and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
1 327 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
1 337 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
3 735 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
824 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Sydney round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways (R19 590), South African (R19 868), and Qatar Airways (R20 386) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Sydney. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 16% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 073. Users have also found prices from R10 424 and R11 498 on Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

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

    Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai can be visited by travelling about 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R1 624 per day.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney (average of R1 044). Flying from Cape Town to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 994AverageR19 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 202AverageR21 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 619AverageR22 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR20 012AverageR22 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 610AverageR23 129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 592AverageR23 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 656AverageR25 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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