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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $871

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Singapore Airlines Logo
07:25 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 00m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:25
CPT
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SYD
39h 45m2 stops
$1,564Singapore Airlines
Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
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08:20 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 05m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 17:55
CPT
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SYD
22h 15m2 stops
$1,627Singapore Airlines
Wed, 18 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:15
SYD
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CPT
31h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 17:55
CPT
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SYD
63h 40m2 stops
$1,628Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
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21:45 - 16:45
SYD
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CPT
52h 00m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 06:35
CPT
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SYD
52h 20m2 stops
$1,655Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:00 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
30h 25m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:25
CPT
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SYD
39h 45m2 stops
$1,659Singapore Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 26 May
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
30h 10m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 17:55
CPT
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SYD
22h 15m2 stops
$1,665Singapore Airlines
Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:10 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
26h 15m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 19:15
CPT
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SYD
24h 35m2 stops
$1,667Singapore Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
30h 10m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 17:55
CPT
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SYD
22h 15m2 stops
$1,676Singapore Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
08:20 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 05m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 16:45
CPT
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SYD
22h 05m2 stops
$1,694Singapore Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 15 Apr
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15:50 - 10:30
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CPT
27h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 17:00
CPT
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SYD
64h 25m2 stops
$1,716Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 27 Apr

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
3 Mar
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
15 Apr
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,793
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Qatar Airways
18 Mar
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 40m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
27 Apr
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,797
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Qatar Airways
16 Feb
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
23 Feb
CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
26h 50m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,800
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Singapore Airlines flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
20 Apr
SYD18:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 25m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
27 Apr
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
39h 45m
2 stops
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,542
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Singapore Airlines
6 Mar
SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 15m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
10 Mar
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
36h 00m
2 stops
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,627
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Singapore Airlines
6 Mar
SYD12:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 10m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
10 Mar
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
25h 35m
2 stops
SYD21:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,636
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 7 January 2026.
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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

07:25-09:25

2 stops34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

10:40-10:25

2 stops39h 45m

$1,564

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

08:20-09:25

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

10:40-17:55

2 stops22h 15m

$1,627

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

16:35-15:15

2 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

17:15-17:55

2 stops63h 40m

$1,628

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/1

21:45-16:45

2 stops52h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

17:15-06:35

2 stops52h 20m

$1,655

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/4

11:00-09:25

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

10:40-10:25

2 stops39h 45m

$1,659

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

12:15-09:25

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

10:40-17:55

2 stops22h 15m

$1,665

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

16:10-09:25

2 stops26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/4

10:40-19:15

2 stops24h 35m

$1,667

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

12:15-09:25

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

10:40-17:55

2 stops22h 15m

$1,676

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

08:20-09:25

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

10:40-16:45

2 stops22h 05m

$1,694

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

15:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

16:35-17:00

2 stops64h 25m

$1,716

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you don’t want to visit Cape Town in November, then you should wait until February to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,734.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,931 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 $1,794 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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 January 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 3% cheaper 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sydney to Cape Town

Fastest flight time

23h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 23h 15m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Cape Town.
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  • 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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7.5
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7.4
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3,462 reviews
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