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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $1,111

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Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 17:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$1,698Singapore Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Fri, 19 Feb
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19:10 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 21:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$1,700Singapore Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 12:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 35m3 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:55 - 17:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
55h 50m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,788Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 12:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 35m3 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,838Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,840Qatar Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 10:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,840Qatar Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov
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14:50 - 10:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 06:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,207Virgin Australia
Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Emirates Logo
06:00 - 16:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:15 - 06:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,224Emirates
Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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21:45 - 16:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 19:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$2,224Emirates
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
08:20 - 12:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 20m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
Qantas Airways Logo
09:00 - 14:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,433Qantas Airways
Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

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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
19 Oct
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT10:15Cape Town Intl
22 Nov
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,840
Qatar Airways
9 Nov
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
22 Nov
CPT19:25Cape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,842
Qatar Airways
19 Oct
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT10:15Cape Town Intl
22 Nov
CPT19:25Cape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,848

Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
25 Aug
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 05m
3 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
31 Aug
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
31h 15m
3 stops
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,516
Malaysia Airlines
28 Aug
SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 55m
3 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
31 Aug
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
31h 15m
3 stops
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,751
Malaysia Airlines
25 Aug
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 05m
3 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
31 Aug
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
34h 50m
3 stops
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,752

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SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/1

12:15-09:25

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/2

10:40-17:55

2 stops22h 15m

$1,698
Fastest return journey

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/2

19:10-09:25

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/2

10:40-21:15

2 stops25h 35m

$1,700

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

20:05-12:40

3 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

00:55-17:45

2 stops55h 50m

$1,788

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

20:05-12:40

3 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/11

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,838

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

15:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,840

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/10

15:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,840

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

19:30-06:30

1 stop27h 00m

$2,207

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

06:00-16:40

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$2,224

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

21:45-16:40

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

18:25-19:05

1 stop39h 40m

$2,224

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

08:20-12:40

2 stops36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

09:00-14:55

1 stop21h 55m

$2,433

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,882 to $2,256.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,698.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you don’t want to visit Cape Town in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,765.

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 $1,997 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 $1,876 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 2% 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 August 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

$1,111

Fastest flight time

23h 15m

Direct flights

Thu

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $1,111. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,698.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 23h 15m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Cape Town on 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 23h 15m.

  • 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?

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $898Free cancellationRating
7.6
470 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,426Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,657 reviews
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8.2
1,584 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,528Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,083 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,532Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,739 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,693Free cancellationRating
7.6
63 reviews
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