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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $876

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 15/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:25MEL-CPT
25h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 08:15CPT-MEL
36h 35m2 stops
$1,685Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:25MEL-CPT
25h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:50CPT-MEL
39h 10m2 stops
$1,693Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30MEL-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
06:05 - 23:05CPT-MEL
32h 00m2 stops
$1,730Qatar Airways
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Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:25MEL-CPT
25h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 05:45CPT-MEL
34h 05m2 stops
$1,736Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30MEL-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
06:05 - 23:05CPT-MEL
32h 00m2 stops
$1,739Qatar Airways
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Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:25 - 14:35MEL-CPT
28h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 08:15CPT-MEL
31h 50m2 stops
$1,889Ethiopian Air
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Sat, 13 Dec - Thu, 8 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
16:40 - 14:35MEL-CPT
30h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 08:15CPT-MEL
33h 25m2 stops
$1,898Ethiopian Air
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Sat, 13 Dec - Thu, 8 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
17:10 - 10:30MEL-CPT
26h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
12:35 - 23:05CPT-MEL
25h 30m1 stop
$1,963Virgin Australia
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Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
Emirates Logo
05:15 - 11:35MEL-CPT
38h 20m1 stop
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 23:20CPT-MEL
25h 15m1 stop
$2,109Emirates
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Thu, 11 Sep - Wed, 22 Oct
Emirates Logo
05:15 - 16:50MEL-CPT
43h 35m1 stop
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 08:50CPT-MEL
30h 25m2 stops
$2,115Emirates
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Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
3 Nov
MEL16:40Melbourne
25h 45m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
22 Nov
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
36h 35m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$1,685
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Singapore Airlines
3 Nov
MEL16:40Melbourne
25h 45m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
22 Nov
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
39h 10m
2 stops
MEL10:50Melbourne
$1,693
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Singapore Airlines
3 Nov
MEL16:40Melbourne
25h 45m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
30 Nov
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
34h 05m
2 stops
MEL05:45Melbourne
$1,736
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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
28 Jan
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT06:05Cape Town Intl
32h 00m
2 stops
MEL23:05Melbourne
$1,730
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Qatar Airways
28 Jan
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT06:05Cape Town Intl
32h 00m
2 stops
MEL23:05Melbourne
$1,739
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Qatar Airways
28 Jan
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT06:05Cape Town Intl
32h 00m
2 stops
MEL23:05Melbourne
$1,742
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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 8 August 2025.
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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

16:40-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

10:40-08:15

2 stops36h 35m

$1,685

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

16:40-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

10:40-10:50

2 stops39h 10m

$1,693

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

06:05-23:05

2 stops32h 00m

$1,730

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

16:40-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

10:40-05:45

2 stops34h 05m

$1,736

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

06:05-23:05

2 stops32h 00m

$1,739

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 13/12

19:25-14:35

2 stops28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/1

15:25-08:15

2 stops31h 50m

$1,889

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 13/12

16:40-14:35

2 stops30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/1

13:50-08:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,898

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

17:10-10:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

12:35-23:05

1 stop25h 30m

$1,963

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

05:15-11:35

1 stop38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

13:05-23:20

1 stop25h 15m

$2,109

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

05:15-16:50

1 stop43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

18:25-08:50

2 stops30h 25m

$2,115

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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?

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 $1,727.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,962. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,163. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Cape Town in the morning for as low as $2,011. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,081 on average. Flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport at midday 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 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 $2,050 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 $1,785 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% 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 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 9% 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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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Cape Town (MEL to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Best price found

$876

Fastest flight time

23h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $876. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,685.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 23h 00m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is Melbourne to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 10310.3 km between Melbourne and Cape Town Intl. 23h 00m 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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,343Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,344 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,548Free cancellationRating
7.5
888 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,587Free cancellationRating
7.2
816 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,679Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,606 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,716Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,306 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,734Free cancellationRating
7.5
38 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,942Free cancellationRating
7.5
411 reviews
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