Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Sydney?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Cape Town according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Sydney?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 35m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Sydney?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 24h 50m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Sydney?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,217.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith 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.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,458 to $1,620. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,240.

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16:35 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

53h 35m

2 stops

20:50 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

47h 00m

2 stops

$1,240Turkish Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Thu, 14 May

16:35 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

53h 35m

2 stops

15:40 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

52h 10m

2 stops

$1,269Turkish Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Fri, 15 May

16:35 - 16:50

CPT

SYD

64h 15m

2 stops

15:40 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

52h 10m

2 stops

$1,375Turkish Airlines

Mon, 27 Apr - Wed, 13 May

16:35 - 16:50

CPT

SYD

64h 15m

2 stops

15:40 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

52h 10m

2 stops

$1,404Turkish Airlines

Mon, 27 Apr - Fri, 15 May

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

$1,455Qatar Airways

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

16:35 - 19:10

CPT

SYD

42h 35m

2 stops

20:50 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

47h 00m

2 stops

$1,461Turkish Airlines

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

16:35 - 19:10

CPT

SYD

42h 35m

2 stops

20:50 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

47h 00m

2 stops

$1,462Turkish Airlines

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

$1,466Qatar Airways

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

16:35 - 19:10

CPT

SYD

42h 35m

2 stops

20:50 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

47h 00m

2 stops

$1,468Turkish Airlines

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

16:35 - 19:10

CPT

SYD

42h 35m

2 stops

15:40 - 11:50

SYD

CPT

52h 10m

2 stops

$1,472Turkish Airlines

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Sydney

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Qatar Airways

20 Apr

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 Apr

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

$1,455

Qatar Airways

22 Apr

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 Apr

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

$1,466

Qatar Airways

18 Apr

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

2 May

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

$1,501

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Sydney

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Emirates

14 Mar

CPT18:30Cape Town Intl

27h 30m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

20 Mar

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 25m

2 stops

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

$1,911

Emirates

14 Mar

CPT18:30Cape Town Intl

51h 55m

2 stops

SYD07:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

20 Mar

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 25m

2 stops

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

$1,915

Emirates

16 Mar

CPT18:30Cape Town Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

SYD22:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

13 Apr

SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

38h 50m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

$1,919

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Tue 28/4

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

20:50-11:50

2 stops47h 00m

$1,240

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

$1,269

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

16:35-16:50

2 stops64h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

$1,375

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

16:35-16:50

2 stops64h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

$1,404

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Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

$1,455

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

20:50-11:50

2 stops47h 00m

$1,461

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

20:50-11:50

2 stops47h 00m

$1,462

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

$1,466

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

20:50-11:50

2 stops47h 00m

$1,468

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

$1,472

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Cape Town, with most prices found around $1,488. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of February, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,489.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,602 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Cape Town for as low as $1,546 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Sydney flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Sydney flight.

How have Cape Town to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Cape Town to Sydney flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	21h 55m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Sydney takes 21h 55m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Sydney. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Sydney.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
The distance between Cape Town Intl and Sydney Kingsford Smith is about 11001.8 km. 21h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Sydney is Qantas Airways, representing 55% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Singapore Airlines at 22%, Qatar Airways at 12%, and South African at 11%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Sydney

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,090	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,002 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,222	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,472 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,491	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 57 reviews	Search South African flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,517	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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