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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $1,249

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 5/8. 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
19:10 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
23h 15m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:50
CPT
-
SYD
40h 10m
2 stops
$1,659Singapore Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
-
CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:00 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
26h 50m
1 stop
$1,836Qatar Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 10:30
SYD
-
CPT
27h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 17:55
CPT
-
SYD
63h 35m
2 stops
$1,869Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 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
$1,884Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
-
CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
33h 15m
1 stop
$1,895Qatar Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 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
$1,941Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 17:30
SYD
-
CPT
34h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 06:10
CPT
-
SYD
53h 35m
2 stops
$1,943Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 17:30
SYD
-
CPT
34h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 16:50
CPT
-
SYD
64h 15m
2 stops
$1,947Multiple Airlines
Thu, 27 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:30
SYD
-
CPT
34h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
33h 15m
1 stop
$1,956Qatar Airways
Sun, 15 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 16:40
SYD
-
CPT
35h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 06:10
CPT
-
SYD
53h 35m
2 stops
$1,957Multiple Airlines
Thu, 23 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

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Emirates flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Emirates
1 Sept
SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 40m
1 stop
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
8 Sept
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
33h 10m
2 stops
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,172
Emirates
1 Sept
SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 40m
1 stop
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
8 Sept
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
48h 50m
1 stop
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,180
Emirates
20 Aug
SYD20:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 55m
1 stop
CPT18:05Cape Town Intl
25 Aug
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
32h 50m
1 stop
SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,234

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
26 July
SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT10:15Cape Town Intl
10 Aug
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
32h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,134
Qatar Airways
26 July
SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT10:15Cape Town Intl
10 Aug
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
32h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,185
Qatar Airways
26 July
SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT10:15Cape Town Intl
10 Aug
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
32h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,186

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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

19:10-09:25

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

10:40-11:50

2 stops40h 10m

$1,659
Fastest return journey

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

19:00-06:50

1 stop26h 50m

$1,836

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

15:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

17:20-17:55

2 stops63h 35m

$1,869

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

$1,884

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,895

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,941

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

14:50-17:30

1 stop34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,943

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

14:50-17:30

1 stop34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

16:35-16:50

2 stops64h 15m

$1,947

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

15:50-17:30

1 stop34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 31/12

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,956

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/7

13:00-16:40

2 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,957

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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 November to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,780.

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 $1,994 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 $1,907 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 10m

Direct flights

Wed and Thu

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 22h 10m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Cape Town on Wednesday and Thursday. 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 10m.

  • 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 $920Free cancellationRating
7.6
462 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,226Free cancellationRating
7.2
1,007 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,305Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,550 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,551Free cancellationRating
7.3
3,730 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,565Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,050 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,780Free cancellationRating
7.6
62 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,796Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,595 reviews
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