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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $693

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town departing on 1/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
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Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:25
MEL
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CPT
25h 45m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 12:10
CPT
-
MEL
40h 30m
2 stops
$1,784Singapore Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 15 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 10:30
MEL
-
CPT
26h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
-
MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
$1,815Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 10:30
MEL
-
CPT
26h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
-
MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
$1,822Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 13:00
MEL
-
CPT
33h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 09:25
CPT
-
MEL
34h 15m
2 stops
$1,912Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:35 - 13:00
MEL
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CPT
47h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 08:50
CPT
-
MEL
33h 40m
2 stops
$1,948Multiple Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:25
MEL
-
CPT
25h 45m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 08:15
CPT
-
MEL
36h 35m
2 stops
$1,996Singapore Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 19 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
17:10 - 10:30
MEL
-
CPT
26h 20m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
-
MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
$2,040Virgin Australia
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
17:10 - 10:30
MEL
-
CPT
26h 20m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
-
MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
$2,042Virgin Australia
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Emirates Logo
22:30 - 18:00
MEL
-
CPT
28h 30m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
24h 40m
1 stop
$2,143Emirates
Sun, 10 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Emirates Logo
05:15 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
38h 15m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 05:30
CPT
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MEL
25h 30m
1 stop
$2,144Emirates
Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

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Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Virgin Australia
25 Oct
MEL17:10Melbourne
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$2,040
Virgin Australia
25 Oct
MEL17:10Melbourne
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$2,042

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
26 Oct
MEL17:10Melbourne
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,815
Qatar Airways
26 Oct
MEL17:10Melbourne
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,822
Qatar Airways
26 Oct
MEL17:10Melbourne
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,825

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town 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 1 August 2026.
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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

16:40-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/2

10:40-12:10

2 stops40h 30m

$1,784
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,815

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,822

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

12:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

15:10-09:25

2 stops34h 15m

$1,912

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

21:35-13:00

2 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/8

15:10-08:50

2 stops33h 40m

$1,948

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

16:40-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/2

10:40-08:15

2 stops36h 35m

$1,996

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$2,040

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$2,042

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 10/1

22:30-18:00

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/1

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

$2,143

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

05:15-11:30

1 stop38h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

20:00-05:30

1 stop25h 30m

$2,144

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

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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 $2,279 to $2,441.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,784.

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 $1,835.

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 $2,115 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 $1,704 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 8% 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 August 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 5% more expensive 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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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (MEL to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

26h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 26h 05m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town.
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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. 26h 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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Rating
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,015Free cancellationRating
7.6
467 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,239Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,738 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,420Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,584 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,589Free cancellationRating
7.2
1,012 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,654Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,073 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,702Free cancellationRating
7.6
63 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,848Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,638 reviews
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