Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the lowest average return price of R19 028.

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

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

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Johannesburg (JNB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 30m.

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

Johannesburg (JNB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 33m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 6 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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17:20 - 17:45CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

63h 25m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:50 - 12:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul

R14 313Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 11

17:20 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

52h 10m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:50 - 11:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul

R14 443Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Apr 24

13:15 - 6:35CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:50 - 17:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 610Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

19:30 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:50 - 10:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 626Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13

0:55 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 35m3 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

16:50 - 23:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul

R17 402Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

0:55 - 6:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 35m3 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

16:50 - 23:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul

R17 968Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 31

13:15 - 22:05CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:10 - 18:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

R20 071Emirates

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

13:15 - 22:05CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:10 - 11:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R20 216Emirates

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

12:20 - 6:10CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

20:15 - 10:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 10m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo

R26 556South African

Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Dec 22

17:25 - 21:50CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

20:15 - 10:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 10m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo

R88 726South African

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Nov 4

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Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Sydney

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 27

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

63h 25m

2 stops

SYD17:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

Nov 11

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

52h 15m

2 stops

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

R14 313

Turkish Airlines

Nov 19

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

52h 10m

2 stops

SYD6:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

Nov 26

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

58h 30m

2 stops

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

R14 443

Turkish Airlines

Nov 10

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

63h 25m

2 stops

SYD17:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

Nov 25

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

52h 15m

2 stops

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

R14 572

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Sydney

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Qatar Airways

Sept 8

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 20m

1 stop

SYD6:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sept 15

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 40m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R16 610

Qatar Airways

Sept 6

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

27h 00m

1 stop

SYD6:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sept 13

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R16 626

Qatar Airways

Sept 1

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 20m

1 stop

SYD6:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sept 13

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R16 723

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2 stops63h 25m

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16:50-12:05

2 stops52h 15m

R14 313

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17:20-6:30

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R14 443

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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13:15-6:35

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R16 610

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R16 626

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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16:50-23:00

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R17 402

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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0:55-6:30

3 stops44h 35m

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2 stops39h 10m

R17 968

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

13:15-22:05

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/9

20:10-11:30

1 stop47h 20m

R20 216

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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12:20-6:10

2 stops32h 50m

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20:15-10:25

2 stops23h 10m

R26 556

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CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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2 stops20h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

20:15-10:25

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R17 467 to R19 780.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 313.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R17 176. If you’re not able to fly to Sydney in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to Sydney during February average around R17 192.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around R18 944 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Cape Town for as low as R18 729 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Sydney flight.

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

As of August 2026, prices for Cape Town to Sydney flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith is 11001,8 km. Typically, this will take 52h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Sydney is Qatar Airways, representing 32% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Turkish Airlines at 26%, Qantas Airways at 12%, and Emirates at 12%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 479 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R15 712	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 081 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R15 764	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom R16 397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 303	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 652 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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