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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $855

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Singapore Airlines Logo
05:55 - 09:25
MEL
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CPT
35h 30m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 07:25
CPT
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MEL
36h 45m
2 stops
$1,702Singapore Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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18:25 - 13:00
MEL
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CPT
26h 35m
2 stops
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16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
$1,719Multiple Airlines
Thu, 28 May - Mon, 15 Jun
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15:55 - 13:00
MEL
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CPT
29h 05m
2 stops
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15:25 - 05:35
CPT
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MEL
30h 10m
2 stops
$1,755Multiple Airlines
Thu, 23 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
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15:45 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 45m
1 stop
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16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
$1,792Multiple Airlines
Thu, 28 May - Mon, 15 Jun
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15:55 - 13:00
MEL
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CPT
29h 05m
2 stops
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15:25 - 07:25
CPT
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MEL
32h 00m
2 stops
$1,794Multiple Airlines
Thu, 16 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr
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12:00 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
31h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
$1,796Multiple Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Wed, 13 May
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15:45 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
$1,814Multiple Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 11 May
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15:45 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
$1,834Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Apr - Wed, 13 May
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15:45 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 45m
1 stop
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16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
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$1,838Multiple Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 13 May
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17:20 - 13:00
MEL
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CPT
51h 40m
2 stops
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16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
$1,857Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Fri, 11 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
18 Aug
MEL05:55Melbourne
35h 30m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
25 Aug
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
36h 45m
2 stops
MEL07:25Melbourne
$1,702
Singapore Airlines
8 Aug
MEL18:25Melbourne
47h 00m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
22 Aug
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
34h 00m
2 stops
MEL04:40Melbourne
$1,917
Singapore Airlines
8 Aug
MEL18:25Melbourne
47h 00m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
22 Aug
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
49h 55m
2 stops
MEL20:35Melbourne
$1,918

Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Emirates
26 Mar
MEL22:30Melbourne
27h 15m
1 stop
CPT16:45Cape Town Intl
2 Apr
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
38h 15m
1 stop
MEL17:40Melbourne
$1,915
Emirates
26 Mar
MEL22:30Melbourne
27h 15m
1 stop
CPT16:45Cape Town Intl
2 Apr
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
30h 25m
2 stops
MEL09:50Melbourne
$1,924
Emirates
29 Mar
MEL22:15Melbourne
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
5 Apr
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
38h 15m
1 stop
MEL16:40Melbourne
$1,928

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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

05:55-09:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

10:40-07:25

2 stops36h 45m

$1,702

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

18:25-13:00

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,719
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

15:55-13:00

2 stops29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

15:25-05:35

2 stops30h 10m

$1,755

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,792

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

15:55-13:00

2 stops29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

15:25-07:25

2 stops32h 00m

$1,794

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

12:00-11:30

2 stops31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,796

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,814

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,834

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,838

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

17:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

$1,857

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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 $1,809.

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 $1,999 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 14% 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 March 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 6% 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

Fastest flight time

26h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 26h 35m
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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  • How far is Melbourne to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 10310.3 km between Melbourne and Cape Town Intl. 26h 35m 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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7.6
446 reviews
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8.2
1,475 reviews
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7.2
971 reviews
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7.4
3,740 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,590Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,004 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,666Free cancellationRating
7.5
58 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,810Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,541 reviews
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