Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

South African, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Cape Town according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne?

Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne

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

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne refresh daily.

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

As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne.

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

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 from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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17:15 - 05:40CPT-MEL

51h 25m3 stops

16:55 - 11:50MEL-CPT

51h 55m2 stops

$1,586

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

05:45 - 23:00CPT-MEL

32h 15m2 stops

00:45 - 20:30MEL-CPT

52h 45m2 stops

$1,594

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Sun, 26 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov

16:35 - 20:25CPT-MEL

42h 50m2 stops

18:20 - 11:50MEL-CPT

50h 30m2 stops

$1,957Turkish Airlines

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Thu, 9 Oct - Sat, 15 Nov

16:35 - 21:00CPT-MEL

43h 25m2 stops

00:30 - 11:50MEL-CPT

44h 20m2 stops

$1,977Turkish Airlines

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Sat, 25 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct

19:00 - 09:25CPT-MEL

29h 25m2 stops

23:40 - 10:30MEL-CPT

43h 50m1 stop

$2,177Qatar Airways

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

12:35 - 17:50CPT-MEL

44h 15m1 stop

23:40 - 10:30MEL-CPT

43h 50m1 stop

$2,419Qatar Airways

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

13:05 - 17:40CPT-MEL

43h 35m1 stop

06:15 - 11:40MEL-CPT

38h 25m1 stop

$2,450Emirates

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13:05 - 06:25CPT-MEL

32h 20m1 stop

06:15 - 11:40MEL-CPT

38h 25m1 stop

$2,461Emirates

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Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov

10:40 - 23:40CPT-MEL

29h 00m3 stops

19:25 - 09:25MEL-CPT

23h 00m2 stops

$2,650Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 26 Sep - Sat, 15 Nov

10:40 - 23:40CPT-MEL

29h 00m3 stops

07:00 - 09:25MEL-CPT

35h 25m2 stops

$2,658Singapore Airlines

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Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Cape Town to Melbourne flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

9 Oct

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

42h 50m

2 stops

MEL20:25Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL18:20Melbourne

50h 30m

2 stops

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

$1,957

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Turkish Airlines

25 Oct

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

43h 25m

2 stops

MEL21:00Melbourne

31 Oct

MEL00:30Melbourne

44h 20m

2 stops

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

$1,977

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Turkish Airlines

9 Oct

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

42h 50m

2 stops

MEL20:25Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL18:20Melbourne

50h 30m

2 stops

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

$2,049

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Cape Town to Melbourne flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

26 Sept

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

29h 00m

3 stops

MEL23:40Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL19:25Melbourne

23h 00m

2 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

$2,650

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Singapore Airlines

26 Sept

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

29h 00m

3 stops

MEL23:40Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL07:00Melbourne

35h 25m

2 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

$2,658

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Singapore Airlines

26 Sept

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

26h 05m

3 stops

MEL20:45Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL13:20Melbourne

29h 05m

3 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

$2,706

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CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

17:15-05:40

3 stops51h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

16:55-11:50

2 stops51h 55m

$1,586

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/10

05:45-23:00

2 stops32h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

00:45-20:30

2 stops52h 45m

$1,594

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

16:35-20:25

2 stops42h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

$1,957

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/10

16:35-21:00

2 stops43h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

00:30-11:50

2 stops44h 20m

$1,977

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

19:00-09:25

2 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

23:40-10:30

1 stop43h 50m

$2,177

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

23:40-10:30

1 stop43h 50m

$2,419

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/10

13:05-17:40

1 stop43h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

06:15-11:40

1 stop38h 25m

$2,450

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/10

13:05-06:25

1 stop32h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

06:15-11:40

1 stop38h 25m

$2,461

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/9

10:40-23:40

3 stops29h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

19:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

$2,650

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/9

10:40-23:40

3 stops29h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:00-09:25

2 stops35h 25m

$2,658

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,604. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,622.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,808. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Friday is $2,227.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the evening. Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,794. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $2,344. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,822 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Cape Town for as low as $1,538 on momondo.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Cape Town Intl and Melbourne is about 10306.0 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?
As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?
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 from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Melbourne with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,178	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,365 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,232	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 905 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,528	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,566	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 44 reviews	Search South African flights

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