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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from $749

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Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 17:00
CPT
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MEL
62h 45m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:20 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
50h 30m2 stops
$1,404Turkish Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
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17:15 - 05:40
CPT
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MEL
51h 25m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:30 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
44h 20m2 stops
$1,624Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 21:20
CPT
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MEL
43h 05m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:15 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
53h 35m2 stops
$1,652Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 19:10
CPT
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MEL
21h 10m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:30 - 22:50
MEL
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CPT
24h 20m2 stops
$1,708Qantas Airways
Thu, 30 Apr - Wed, 3 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 18:50
CPT
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MEL
20h 50m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:15 - 22:50
MEL
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CPT
24h 35m2 stops
$1,720Qantas Airways
Thu, 30 Apr - Wed, 3 Jun
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 21:20
CPT
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MEL
43h 05m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:40 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
70h 10m2 stops
$1,806Turkish Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 21:20
CPT
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MEL
43h 05m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:40 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
46h 10m2 stops
$1,820Turkish Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 05:40
CPT
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MEL
51h 25m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
51h 55m2 stops
$1,841Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 21:25
CPT
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MEL
25h 45m1 stop
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19:25 - 09:25
MEL
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CPT
47h 00m1 stop
$1,844Singapore Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
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13:00 - 22:10
CPT
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MEL
25h 10m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
15:45 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 45m1 stop
$1,896Qatar Airways
Thu, 30 Apr - Wed, 3 Jun

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Qatar Airways
30 Apr
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
25h 10m
1 stop
MEL22:10Melbourne
3 June
MEL15:45Melbourne
27h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
$1,896
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Qatar Airways
30 Apr
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
25h 10m
1 stop
MEL22:10Melbourne
3 June
MEL15:45Melbourne
30h 50m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
$2,031
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Qatar Airways
23 Jan
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:45Melbourne
30 Jan
MEL16:10Melbourne
34h 15m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
$2,112
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Qantas Airways flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cape Town to Melbourne flight tickets
Qantas Airways
30 Apr
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
21h 10m
2 stops
MEL19:10Melbourne
3 June
MEL06:30Melbourne
24h 20m
2 stops
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
$1,708
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Qantas Airways
30 Apr
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
20h 50m
2 stops
MEL18:50Melbourne
3 June
MEL06:15Melbourne
24h 35m
2 stops
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
$1,720
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Qantas Airways
23 Jan
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
23h 25m
2 stops
MEL22:25Melbourne
30 Jan
MEL10:10Melbourne
21h 40m
2 stops
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
$2,175
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

$1,404

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

17:15-05:40

3 stops51h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

00:30-11:50

2 stops44h 20m

$1,624

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

17:15-21:20

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

15:15-11:50

2 stops53h 35m

$1,652

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

14:00-19:10

2 stops21h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

06:30-22:50

2 stops24h 20m

$1,708

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

14:00-18:50

2 stops20h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

06:15-22:50

2 stops24h 35m

$1,720

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

17:15-21:20

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

22:40-11:50

2 stops70h 10m

$1,806

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

17:15-21:20

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

22:40-11:50

2 stops46h 10m

$1,820

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

17:15-05:40

3 stops51h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

16:55-11:50

2 stops51h 55m

$1,841

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

10:40-21:25

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

19:25-09:25

1 stop47h 00m

$1,844

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

13:00-22:10

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

$1,896

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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 $1,607. 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 $1,621.

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 $1,812. 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 $2,232.

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 $1,797. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $2,348. 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 $1,758 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.

Cheap Cape Town to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

21h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Melbourne takes 21h 10m
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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  • 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 20h 50m.

  • 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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Rating
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,180Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,412 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,234Free cancellationRating
7.5
947 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,271Free cancellationRating
7.3
4,088 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,531Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,676 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,570Free cancellationRating
7.4
48 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,870Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,433 reviews
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