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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $1,095

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Cape Town departing on 17/10. 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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Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
33h 15m
1 stop
$1,759Qatar Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
26h 55m
1 stop
$1,760Qatar Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:10 - 09:25
SYD
-
CPT
47h 15m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:50
CPT
-
SYD
40h 10m
2 stops
$1,844Singapore Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 17:55
CPT
-
SYD
63h 35m
2 stops
$1,853Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
-
CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 06:35
CPT
-
SYD
52h 15m
2 stops
$1,860Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
-
CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
26h 55m
1 stop
$1,864Qatar Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 10:15
SYD
-
CPT
27h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 06:10
CPT
-
SYD
53h 35m
2 stops
$1,865Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 10:15
SYD
-
CPT
27h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 06:10
CPT
-
SYD
53h 35m
2 stops
$1,872Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 17:30
SYD
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CPT
28h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 18:10
CPT
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SYD
43h 55m
1 stop
$1,874Qatar Airways
Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 10:15
SYD
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CPT
27h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 06:10
CPT
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SYD
53h 35m
2 stops
$1,881Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

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Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Virgin Australia
27 Nov
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
13 Dec
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,939
Virgin Australia
1 Dec
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
20 Dec
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,945
Virgin Australia
1 Dec
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
20 Dec
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,955

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
2 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
12 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,759
Qatar Airways
4 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
2 Dec
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,760
Qatar Airways
2 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
12 Nov
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,864

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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,759
Fastest return journey

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/12

18:55-06:50

1 stop26h 55m

$1,760

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

19:10-09:25

2 stops47h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

10:40-11:50

2 stops40h 10m

$1,844

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/12

17:20-17:55

2 stops63h 35m

$1,853

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

17:20-06:35

2 stops52h 15m

$1,860

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

18:55-06:50

1 stop26h 55m

$1,864

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,865

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,872

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/9

20:45-17:30

1 stop28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

13:15-18:10

1 stop43h 55m

$1,874

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,881

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney 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 January to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,753.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,957 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 Sydney for as low as $1,864 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Cape Town flight.

How have Sydney to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 29% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sydney to Cape Town (SYD to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 05m

Direct flights

Wed, Thu and Fri

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 22h 05m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Cape Town on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Sydney there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Cape Town

  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Cape Town Intl is about 11001.8 km. By plane, this route typically takes 22h 05m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Cape Town

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $906Free cancellationRating
7.6
462 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,208Free cancellationRating
7.2
1,008 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,285Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,545 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,527Free cancellationRating
7.3
3,726 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,541Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,046 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,754Free cancellationRating
7.6
62 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,769Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,586 reviews
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