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

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 30m.

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

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl

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

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 24h 25m.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the lowest average return price of $2,035.

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

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

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

As of September 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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07:00 - 09:25MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 12:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

40h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$1,621Singapore Airlines

Tue, 9 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb

17:10 - 10:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 23:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,811Qatar Airways

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

17:10 - 10:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 23:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,811Qatar Airways

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

17:10 - 10:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 23:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,824Virgin Australia

Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

17:10 - 10:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 23:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,824Virgin Australia

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

14:55 - 23:00MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 05m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Istanbul

17:15 - 20:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

42h 30m1 stop Istanbul

$1,894Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

14:55 - 23:00MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 05m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Istanbul

17:15 - 20:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

42h 30m1 stop Istanbul

$1,894Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

19:25 - 09:25MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 08:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

36h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$2,103Singapore Airlines

Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

06:15 - 11:40MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:00 - 06:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,157Emirates

Sun, 7 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar

12:05 - 18:00MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl

20:00 - 06:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,161Emirates

Sun, 7 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar

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14:50 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 40m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,534Qatar Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

14:50 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 40m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,540Qatar Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

13:50 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 40m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,687Virgin Australia

Thu, 17 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

15:55 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

58h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl

13:15 - 09:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

35h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$2,774Emirates

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

05:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

44h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:15 - 23:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,806Emirates

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

16:10 - 10:15MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,901Virgin Australia

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

06:30 - 22:50MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

14:15 - 19:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

20h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,142Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

13:25 - 13:30MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 05m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 09:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

33h 10m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl

$3,494Malaysia Airlines

Thu, 17 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

06:00 - 17:20MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

09:55 - 08:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

38h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith

$8,094Qantas Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

21:00 - 17:20MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

07:00 - 08:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

41h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith

$8,094Qantas Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

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Qatar Airways

25 Oct

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

23 Nov

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,811

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21 Oct

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 05m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

1 Nov

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,815

Qatar Airways

25 Oct

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

23 Nov

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,824

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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Virgin Australia

14 Jan

MEL23:40Melbourne

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

11 Mar

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

44h 15m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,828

Virgin Australia

26 Oct

MEL23:40Melbourne

43h 50m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

23 Nov

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,836

Virgin Australia

25 Oct

MEL08:30Melbourne

35h 00m

2 stops

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23 Nov

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

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$1,954

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1 stop42h 30m

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Mon 26/10

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17:15-20:45

1 stop42h 30m

$1,894

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MEL Melbourne - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Melbourne

Sat 14/11

19:25-09:25

2 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

10:40-08:15

2 stops36h 35m

$2,103

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MEL Melbourne - CPT Cape Town Intl

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 7/3

06:15-11:40

1 stop38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/3

20:00-06:25

1 stop25h 25m

$2,157

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MEL Melbourne - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Melbourne

Sun 7/3

12:05-18:00

2 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/3

20:00-06:25

1 stop25h 25m

$2,161

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,905 to $2,320.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,621.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you don’t want to visit Cape Town in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,881.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $2,129 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,762 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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

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Best price found	$899
Fastest flight time	21h 05m
Direct flights	Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $899. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,621.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 21h 05m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

How far is Melbourne to Cape Town Intl by plane?
There are 10310.3 km between Melbourne and Cape Town Intl. 21h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl 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 Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Cape Town, the leading airline is Singapore Airlines, making up 31% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qatar Airways with 25%, Emirates with 21%, and South African with 13%.

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,000	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 475 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,220	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,473	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,601 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,565	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,629	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,094 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,675	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 65 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,899	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,660 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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