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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $846

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Singapore Airlines Logo
18:00 - 09:25
SYD
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CPT
47h 25m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:25
CPT
-
SYD
39h 45m
2 stops
$1,601Singapore Airlines
Mon, 20 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 21:00
SYD
-
CPT
38h 50m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 17:55
CPT
-
SYD
36h 00m
2 stops
$1,604Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 21:00
SYD
-
CPT
38h 50m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 06:50
CPT
-
SYD
33h 15m
1 stop
$1,637Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 15:15
SYD
-
CPT
35h 00m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 06:10
CPT
-
SYD
53h 35m
2 stops
$1,650Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Mar - Thu, 16 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
09:35 - 22:50
SYD
-
CPT
21h 15m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 14:55
CPT
-
SYD
16h 55m
1 stop
$1,676Qantas Airways
Mon, 20 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
09:30 - 22:50
SYD
-
CPT
22h 20m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
09:00 - 14:30
CPT
-
SYD
20h 30m
1 stop
$1,681Qantas Airways
Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
09:35 - 12:40
SYD
-
CPT
35h 05m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
09:00 - 14:55
CPT
-
SYD
21h 55m
1 stop
$1,722Qantas Airways
Mon, 27 Apr - Sat, 23 May
Qantas Airways Logo
09:35 - 12:40
SYD
-
CPT
35h 05m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 14:55
CPT
-
SYD
16h 55m
1 stop
$1,725Qantas Airways
Mon, 27 Apr - Wed, 20 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:30 - 22:50
SYD
-
CPT
22h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 14:30
CPT
-
SYD
22h 30m
1 stop
$1,737Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
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
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SYD
33h 15m
1 stop
$1,738Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
5 Mar
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
15 Mar
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,738
Qatar Airways
16 Feb
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
24 Feb
CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
26h 50m
1 stop
SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,773
Qatar Airways
5 Mar
SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
15 Mar
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
32h 35m
2 stops
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,809

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to Cape Town flight tickets
Qantas Airways
20 July
SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 15m
1 stop
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
29 July
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
16h 55m
1 stop
SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,676
Qantas Airways
18 Feb
SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 20m
1 stop
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
4 Mar
CPT09:00Cape Town Intl
20h 30m
1 stop
SYD14:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,681
Qantas Airways
27 Apr
SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 05m
1 stop
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
23 May
CPT09:00Cape Town Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,722

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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

18:00-09:25

2 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

10:40-10:25

2 stops39h 45m

$1,601

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

15:10-21:00

3 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

20:55-17:55

2 stops36h 00m

$1,604

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

15:10-21:00

3 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,637

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

13:15-15:15

3 stops35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

$1,650

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

09:35-22:50

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

14:00-14:55

1 stop16h 55m

$1,676

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

09:30-22:50

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

09:00-14:30

1 stop20h 30m

$1,681

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

09:35-12:40

1 stop35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

09:00-14:55

1 stop21h 55m

$1,722

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

09:35-12:40

1 stop35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

14:00-14:55

1 stop16h 55m

$1,725

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

09:30-22:50

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

07:00-14:30

1 stop22h 30m

$1,737

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

15:50-17:25

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,738

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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 May to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,712.

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 $1,878 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 $1,757 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 16% 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 February 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 10% 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 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 22h 20m
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 22h 20m.

  • 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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7.2
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8.2
1,443 reviews
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7.5
985 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,549Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,729 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,627Free cancellationRating
7.3
52 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,660Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,495 reviews
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