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 are 2 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of March 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.

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Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

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R22 326Emirates

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R22 410Emirates

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R22 427Emirates

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

May 8

MEL15:45Melbourne

27h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

May 15

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

25h 05m

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MEL22:05Melbourne

R23 483

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Mar 28

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 05m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

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CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

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MEL23:05Melbourne

R32 323

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Mar 28

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 05m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Mar 29

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

24h 50m

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MEL23:05Melbourne

R33 498

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Aug 18

MEL5:55Melbourne

35h 30m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Aug 25

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

36h 45m

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MEL7:25Melbourne

R20 078

Singapore Airlines

Aug 8

MEL18:25Melbourne

47h 00m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Aug 22

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

25h 55m

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MEL20:35Melbourne

R22 611

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Aug 8

MEL18:25Melbourne

47h 00m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Aug 22

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

25h 55m

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MEL20:35Melbourne

R23 098

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

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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 967. 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 336.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 577 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 783 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 51% 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 March 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 6% cheaper 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	25h 45m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 25h 45m

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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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 25h 45m.
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 are 2 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of March 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 Emirates (54% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Qatar Airways (46%).

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
Emirates	PriceFrom R21 704	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 543 reviews		Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R23 478	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 736 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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