Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from $761
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The month of February is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $1,656.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $1,852. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,282.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the evening. Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $1,838. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $2,401 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Cape Town in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Cape Town when booking 19 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,886 when searching 19 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Cape Town for as low as $1,571 on momondo.
Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights?
You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flight.
How have Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne?
Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne
Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?
South African, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Cape Town according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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How far is Cape Town Intl to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Cape Town Intl and Melbourne is about 10310.3 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 22h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne 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 from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport 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.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Melbourne Airport, the leading airline is South African, making up 44% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Singapore Airlines with 26%, Qantas Airways with 15%, and Emirates with 7%.
Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $1,260 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 1,304 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,262 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,562 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 3,584 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,605 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 34 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $2,195 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 3,266 reviews |
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Finding the right flight to Melbourne from Cape Town is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Melbourne quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Melbourne from Cape Town which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?
Once you have performed a search for Cape Town to Melbourne flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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