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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from $1,051

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Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:35 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
58h 15m
2 stops
$1,714Turkish Airlines
Mon, 27 Jul - Tue, 27 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 04:55
CPT
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MEL
31h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 17:25
MEL
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CPT
26h 45m
1 stop
$1,721Qatar Airways
Mon, 27 Jul - Tue, 27 Oct
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 21:50
CPT
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MEL
24h 35m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
05:15 - 11:30
MEL
-
CPT
38h 15m
1 stop
$1,769Emirates
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 05:30
CPT
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MEL
32h 15m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
21:15 - 16:40
MEL
-
CPT
27h 25m
1 stop
$1,782Emirates
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 4 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
07:00 - 22:25
CPT
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MEL
31h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
08:00 - 12:40
MEL
-
CPT
36h 40m
2 stops
$1,825Qantas Airways
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 17:15
CPT
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MEL
37h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 12:55
MEL
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CPT
72h 10m
2 stops
$1,848Qatar Airways
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 4 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 17:15
CPT
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MEL
37h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
17:45 - 12:55
MEL
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CPT
51h 10m
2 stops
$1,857Qatar Airways
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
$1,895Multiple Airlines
Mon, 27 Jul - Tue, 27 Oct
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09:55 - 19:00
CPT
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MEL
25h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 09:45
MEL
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CPT
30h 10m
2 stops
$1,902Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 10 May
Qantas Airways Logo
07:00 - 18:55
CPT
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MEL
27h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:30 - 12:40
MEL
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CPT
38h 10m
2 stops
$1,910Qantas Airways
Thu, 28 May - Thu, 4 Jun

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Cape Town to Melbourne flight tickets
Qatar Airways
16 Apr
CPT19:30Cape Town Intl
37h 45m
1 stop
MEL17:15Melbourne
29 Apr
MEL22:45Melbourne
46h 10m
1 stop
CPT12:55Cape Town Intl
$1,709
Qatar Airways
27 July
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
MEL04:55Melbourne
27 Oct
MEL23:40Melbourne
26h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
$1,721
Qatar Airways
15 June
CPT19:30Cape Town Intl
42h 35m
1 stop
MEL22:05Melbourne
19 June
MEL22:45Melbourne
26h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
$1,752

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Our best Emirates deals on Cape Town to Melbourne flight tickets
Emirates
26 May
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
24h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:50Melbourne
2 June
MEL05:15Melbourne
38h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
$1,769
Emirates
28 May
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
32h 15m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
4 June
MEL21:15Melbourne
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
$1,782
Emirates
28 May
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
24h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:50Melbourne
4 June
MEL22:55Melbourne
44h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
$1,784

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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

10:35-11:50

2 stops58h 15m

$1,714

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:15-04:55

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

$1,721

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

13:15-21:50

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

05:15-11:30

1 stop38h 15m

$1,769

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:15-05:30

1 stop32h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

21:15-16:40

1 stop27h 25m

$1,782

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

07:00-22:25

2 stops31h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

08:00-12:40

2 stops36h 40m

$1,825

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

20:45-12:55

2 stops72h 10m

$1,848

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

17:45-12:55

2 stops51h 10m

$1,857

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

$1,895
Fastest return journey

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

09:55-19:00

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

11:35-09:45

2 stops30h 10m

$1,902

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

07:00-18:55

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

06:30-12:40

2 stops38h 10m

$1,910

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Melbourne?

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 $1,511. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,525.

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 $1,705 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 $1,517 on momondo.

Cheap Cape Town to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

27h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Melbourne takes 27h 05m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Melbourne.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

  • 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 27h 05m.

  • 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.

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  • 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

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,493 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,201Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,018 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,476Free cancellationRating
7.6
60 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,585Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,728 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,758Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,559 reviews
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Can I find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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