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

Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl

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

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

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

There is 1 operator available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of May 2026.

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R13 579 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R26 858 to R21 576. The lowest price recently found on this route was R18 377.

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23:35 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

10:40 - 4:40

CPT

MEL

34h 00m

2 stops

R18 377Singapore Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10

10:15 - 9:25

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CPT

32h 10m

2 stops

10:40 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

34h 05m

2 stops

R20 177Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

10:15 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

32h 10m

2 stops

10:40 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

34h 05m

2 stops

R20 210Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

10:15 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

32h 10m

2 stops

10:40 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

34h 05m

2 stops

R20 260Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

19:25 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

23h 00m

2 stops

10:40 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

34h 05m

2 stops

R20 277Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

10:15 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

32h 10m

2 stops

10:40 - 21:25

CPT

MEL

25h 45m

2 stops

R21 176Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

15:30 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

25h 55m

2 stops

10:40 - 7:25

CPT

MEL

36h 45m

2 stops

R22 176Singapore Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 23

5:55 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

35h 30m

2 stops

10:40 - 17:10

CPT

MEL

22h 30m

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R22 259Singapore Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 23

23:35 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

41h 50m

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10:40 - 12:00

CPT

MEL

40h 20m

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R22 393Singapore Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 7

22:45 - 17:30

MEL

CPT

26h 45m

1 stop

16:35 - 15:50

CPT

MEL

63h 15m

2 stops

R23 092Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10

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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Sept 5

MEL23:35Melbourne

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 10

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

MEL4:40Melbourne

R18 377

Singapore Airlines

Oct 14

MEL10:15Melbourne

32h 10m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 14

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

MEL5:45Melbourne

R20 177

Singapore Airlines

Oct 14

MEL10:15Melbourne

32h 10m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 14

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

MEL5:45Melbourne

R20 210

Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets

Emirates

Sept 16

MEL21:15Melbourne

46h 15m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Oct 7

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

36h 40m

1 stop

MEL17:40Melbourne

R25 242

Emirates

Sept 17

MEL21:15Melbourne

28h 50m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

Oct 7

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

36h 40m

1 stop

MEL17:40Melbourne

R25 275

Emirates

Sept 5

MEL5:15Melbourne

38h 15m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Sept 10

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 15m

1 stop

MEL5:30Melbourne

R25 342

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R18 377

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Wed 14/10

10:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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2 stops34h 05m

R20 177

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MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

10:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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10:40-5:45

2 stops34h 05m

R20 210

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Melbourne

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10:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

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2 stops34h 05m

R20 260

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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Wed 14/10

19:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

10:40-5:45

2 stops34h 05m

R20 277

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

10:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

10:40-21:25

2 stops25h 45m

R21 176

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

15:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R22 176

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

10:40-17:10

2 stops22h 30m

R22 259

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

23:35-9:25

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

10:40-12:00

2 stops40h 20m

R22 393

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

22:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

R23 092

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around R20 527. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R21 176.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R23 763 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 Melbourne Airport for as low as R20 977 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	20h 55m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 20h 55m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

How far is Melbourne to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Cape Town Intl is about 10310,3 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl 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 Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl 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 Cape Town Intl 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 Melbourne Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town is Qatar Airways (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R23 320	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 724 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

Stellenbosch

Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

Porterville

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