Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

South African, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Cape Town according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne is 6 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R8 801 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R20 905 to R17 850. The lowest price recently found on this route was R15 307.

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17:20 - 17:00

CPT

MEL

62h 40m

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18:20 - 12:05

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CPT

50h 45m

2 stops

R15 307Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 28

17:20 - 17:00

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MEL

62h 40m

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18:20 - 12:05

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R17 140Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 27

13:15 - 22:05

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MEL

24h 50m

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22:45 - 17:30

MEL

CPT

26h 45m

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R18 213Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23

13:15 - 16:50

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R18 428Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 27

12:35 - 23:20

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17:10 - 10:30

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R18 907Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 28

16:35 - 15:50

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63h 15m

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21:35 - 11:50

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R19 765Turkish Airlines

Sat, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 11

13:15 - 5:55

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23:40 - 17:25

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R20 360Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28

13:15 - 22:05

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20:45 - 17:30

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R20 575Qatar Airways

Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Sep 11

19:30 - 22:05

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17:15 - 17:30

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32h 15m

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R20 591Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23

13:15 - 16:50

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R20 740Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 27

Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 11

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

62h 40m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

Nov 28

MEL18:20Melbourne

50h 45m

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CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

R15 307

Turkish Airlines

Nov 1

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

62h 40m

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MEL17:00Melbourne

Nov 27

MEL18:20Melbourne

50h 45m

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CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

R17 140

Turkish Airlines

Jul 4

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

63h 15m

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MEL15:50Melbourne

Jul 11

MEL21:35Melbourne

46h 15m

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CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R19 765

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Jul 20

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

MEL4:40Melbourne

Jul 27

MEL15:20Melbourne

26h 05m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

R24 455

Singapore Airlines

Jun 14

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

36h 45m

2 stops

MEL7:25Melbourne

Jun 30

MEL14:10Melbourne

27h 15m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

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R19 765

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R20 360

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R20 575

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Melbourne

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R20 591

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13:15-16:50

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Melbourne

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R20 740

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from Cape Town is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 748, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of November, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R13 210.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around R19 928 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Cape Town for as low as R17 553 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	25h 30m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Melbourne takes 25h 30m

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There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From Cape Town there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

How far is Cape Town Intl to Melbourne by plane?
There are 10306,0 km between Cape Town Intl and Melbourne. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne is 6 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 432	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 534 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 566	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 406 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R15 263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 045 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom R17 408	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 62 reviews	Search South African flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 588	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 295	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 577 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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