Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Cape Town?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 89% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Cape Town?

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 33m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Cape Town?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of $2,441.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 26h 15m.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Sydney according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of March 2026.

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.

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Q: 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 $1,669 to $2,049. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,814.

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14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,814Qatar Airways

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

14:50 - 17:20

SYD

CPT

34h 30m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,816Qatar Airways

Tue, 14 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,822Qatar Airways

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 17 May

14:50 - 10:15

SYD

CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,824Qatar Airways

Sun, 5 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,825Qatar Airways

Sun, 24 May - Wed, 27 May

14:50 - 10:15

SYD

CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,826Qatar Airways

Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,831Qatar Airways

Tue, 5 May - Thu, 14 May

14:50 - 10:15

SYD

CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

13:00 - 06:10

CPT

SYD

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,835Qatar Airways

Wed, 8 Apr - Tue, 19 May

20:45 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

46h 45m

1 stop

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

$1,843Qatar Airways

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

14:50 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

20:25 - 16:50

CPT

SYD

36h 25m

2 stops

$1,846Multiple Airlines

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

Emirates flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Emirates

7 Apr

SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

38h 50m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

21 Apr

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

27h 40m

1 stop

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,959

Emirates

3 May

SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

38h 50m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

17 May

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

2 stops

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,963

Emirates

24 May

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 10m

2 stops

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

27 May

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

2 stops

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,973

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

14 Apr

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 30m

1 stop

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

19 Apr

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,816

Qatar Airways

3 May

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

17 May

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,822

Qatar Airways

5 Apr

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

19 Apr

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,824

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Wed 6/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,814

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

14:50-17:20

1 stop34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,816

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,822

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SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/4

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,824

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,825

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,826

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,831

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/4

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:00-06:10

1 stop33h 10m

$1,835

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

20:45-11:30

1 stop46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

$1,843

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

20:25-16:50

2 stops36h 25m

$1,846

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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 $1,734.

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 $1,899 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 $1,758 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 27h 00m

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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 27h 00m.
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?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of March 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and Cape Town, the leading airline is Singapore Airlines, making up 43% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qatar Airways with 13%, South African with 12%, and Emirates with 11%.

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $909	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 449 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,212	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 975 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,290	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,484 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,533	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,576	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,008 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,598	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 58 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,648	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,541 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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