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Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,953Qatar Airways
Sun, 14 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
15:00 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 16:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$1,963Singapore Airlines
Sun, 18 Apr - Tue, 27 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:25 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,992Qatar Airways
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
53h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,003Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
53h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,018Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Thu, 25 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
22:10 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Virgin Australia Logo
19:25 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,029Virgin Australia
Fri, 19 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
22:10 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Virgin Australia Logo
19:25 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,033Virgin Australia
Fri, 19 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
15:50 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 07:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$2,078Singapore Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Emirates Logo
09:50 - 11:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 06:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,188Emirates
Mon, 19 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 16:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 20m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 07:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
50h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,195Emirates
Mon, 15 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

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Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
12 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
26 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,953
Qatar Airways
12 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
26 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,955
Qatar Airways
8 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
22 Nov
CPT19:25Cape Town Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,985

Etihad Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Etihad Airways
6 Dec
SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
53h 10m
2 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
16 Dec
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
55h 40m
2 stops
SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,145
Etihad Airways
17 Nov
SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
48h 30m
2 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
21 Nov
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
41h 35m
2 stops
SYD17:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,161
Etihad Airways
4 Dec
SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
49h 40m
2 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
11 Dec
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
54h 20m
2 stops
SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,173

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SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/2

22:10-10:30

1 stop45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,953
Fastest return journey

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/4

15:00-09:25

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/4

10:40-16:45

2 stops22h 05m

$1,963

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/11

22:10-10:30

1 stop45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

19:25-06:50

1 stop26h 25m

$1,992

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/11

16:50-13:00

2 stops53h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

12:35-19:20

1 stop45h 45m

$2,003

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/1

16:50-13:00

2 stops53h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/3

12:35-19:20

1 stop45h 45m

$2,018

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/2

22:10-10:30

1 stop45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/2

19:25-06:50

1 stop26h 25m

$2,029

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/2

22:10-10:30

1 stop45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/2

19:25-06:50

1 stop26h 25m

$2,033

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/1

15:50-09:25

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/2

10:40-07:40

2 stops36h 00m

$2,078

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/4

09:50-11:30

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/4

18:25-06:05

1 stop27h 40m

$2,188

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/2

10:25-16:45

2 stops39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

20:00-07:35

2 stops50h 35m

$2,195

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Cape Town?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,822 to $2,388.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,953.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you don’t want to visit Cape Town in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,840.

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 $2,136 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 $1,792 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 10% 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 November 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Best price found

$915

Fastest flight time

26h 25m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $915. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,953.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 26h 25m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Cape Town.

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 26h 25m.

  • 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 $1,042Free cancellationRating
7.6
484 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,449Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,688 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,499Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,631 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,672Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,123 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,690Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,712 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,721Free cancellationRating
7.7
66 reviews
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