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Cheap flights to Cape Town from $1,076

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Cape Town departing on 25/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cape Town flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in Australia to Cape Town found recently by users on momondo
Singapore Airlines
20 Oct
ADL10:10Adelaide
31h 45m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
21 Nov
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
22h 10m
2 stops
ADL17:20Adelaide
Singapore Airlines
22 Oct
ADL10:10Adelaide
31h 45m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
21 Nov
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
22h 10m
2 stops
ADL17:20Adelaide
Multiple Airlines
13 Aug
MEL15:50Melbourne
29h 55m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
31 Aug
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
31h 00m
2 stops
MEL05:35Melbourne
Singapore Airlines
14 Aug
MEL18:25Melbourne
23h 00m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
2 Sept
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
35h 20m
2 stops
MEL06:00Melbourne
Multiple Airlines
11 May
SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 45m
2 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
18 May
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
32h 35m
2 stops
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
Singapore Airlines
19 Oct
ADL10:10Adelaide
31h 45m
1 stop
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
22h 10m
1 stop
ADL17:20Adelaide

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Cape Town

If you're looking for one-way flights from Australia to Cape Town, view some of our deals below provided by RwandAir and Singapore Airlines
Multiple Airlines
25 May
SYD21:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
48h 30m
3 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
25 May
SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 30m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
12 May
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 45m
2 stops
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl

Cape Town flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Cape Town flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you don’t want to visit Cape Town in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,960.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town from Australia is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $2,026. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $2,275. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to Cape Town flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cape Town in the afternoon for as low as $2,040. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,254 on average. Flights to Cape Town from Australia at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

On average, it takes 23h 15m to fly from Australia to Cape Town if you fly out of Sydney Kingsford Smith (the most popular airport in Australia) and into Cape Town Intl (the most popular airport in Cape Town). If you’re flying out of Melbourne and into Cape Town Intl, then the flight time is around 22h 35m.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Australia when booking 57 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $2,126 when searching 57 days out.

Cheapest flights to Cape Town airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Cape Town airports from your nearest city or airport
Sydney
Cape Town

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Sydney TO Cape Town

Sydney (SYD) to Cape Town (CPT)

Typically, flights to Cape Town from Sydney are cheaper when flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl, which has an average price of $2,126

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAPE TOWN FROM SYDNEYMarch9% cheaperFlying from Sydney to Cape Town costs on average just $1,954 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAPE TOWN FROM SYDNEYDecember37% more expensiveIt costs about $2,924 for flights to Cape Town from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAPE TOWN FROM SYDNEYDecember314% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cape Town from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap Cape Town flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cape Town flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$1,076

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,837

Fastest flight time

18h 25m

Operated By

5 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Cape Town from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,076 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Cape Town from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,837 (Adelaide to Cape Town Intl).
The fastest flight to Cape Town from Australia takes 18h 25m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl).
There are 5 airlines operating flights to Cape Town, including Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Cape Town

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

Without direct flights, you can expect Cape Town routes to have multiple stopovers. Flights from Brisbane generally come with one or two stopovers and a flight time of around 26 and a half hours. When travelling from Sydney, you can also expect flights with one or two stopovers and a travel time close to 23 and a half hours. Flying from Adelaide will take closer to 26 hours.

Where can you fly directly into Cape Town from?

At the moment, there are no direct flights to Cape Town, South Africa, offered through Australian airports, but you will find Cape Town flight deals with single stopovers and reasonable flight times. If you’re travelling from Sydney, your flight routes will typically have multiple stopovers, at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Singapore Changi Airport, before heading to Cape Town. Travelling from Brisbane? You’re likely to find flights with multiple stopovers, in Johannesburg and Singapore, as well as a single stop in Dubai, which tend to take a little longer. Flights from Adelaide generally have routes with multiple stopovers and a similar flight time to flights from Brisbane.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport?

How old do you have to be to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Cape Town?

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Can I find flights to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Cape Town on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Cape Town?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Cape Town by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Cape Town right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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