Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $990
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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 $1,734.
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 $1,970. 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 $2,173. 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 $2,020. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,090 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 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $2,058 when searching 17 weeks out.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 $1,756 on momondo.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl?
Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl
Which airlines fly to Cape Town?
Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways 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 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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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?
As of June 2025, there are 5 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 58% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Emirates with 26%, Qatar Airways with 6%, and Qantas Airways with 6%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town
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| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $1,366 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 1,304 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,555 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,684 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 3,584 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,734 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 3,266 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,737 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 34 reviews |
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cape Town from Melbourne with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Cape Town from Melbourne. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.