Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town from R9 252

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Singapore Airlines Logo
5:55 - 9:25
MEL
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CPT
35h 30m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 20:35
CPT
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MEL
25h 55m
2 stops
R18 141Singapore Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 14
Singapore Airlines Logo
5:55 - 9:25
MEL
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CPT
35h 30m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:00
CPT
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MEL
40h 20m
2 stops
R19 526Singapore Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 16:45
MEL
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CPT
31h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:55 - 5:45
CPT
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MEL
25h 50m
1 stop
R20 061Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 19:05
MEL
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CPT
33h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
32h 15m
2 stops
R20 140Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
32h 15m
2 stops
R20 171Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 5
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
R20 187Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 5
Singapore Airlines Logo
15:30 - 9:25
MEL
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CPT
25h 55m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 4:40
CPT
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MEL
34h 00m
2 stops
R20 297Singapore Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 23:35
MEL
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CPT
38h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
R20 344Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 20 - Sun, Apr 26
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 11:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 22:10
CPT
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MEL
25h 10m
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R20 439Qatar Airways
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 14
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
R20 486Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

Ethiopian Air flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air
Apr 10
MEL18:25Melbourne
28h 10m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Apr 27
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
33h 35m
2 stops
MEL7:25Melbourne
R22 028
Ethiopian Air
Jun 20
MEL18:25Melbourne
28h 10m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Jul 6
CPT15:25Cape Town Intl
32h 00m
2 stops
MEL7:25Melbourne
R23 287

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Feb 26
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
Mar 5
CPT6:05Cape Town Intl
32h 15m
2 stops
MEL23:20Melbourne
R20 171
Qatar Airways
Feb 26
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
Mar 5
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
R20 187
Qatar Airways
Feb 2
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
Feb 17
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
R20 329

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 30 January 2026.
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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

10:40-20:35

2 stops25h 55m

R18 141

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

10:40-11:00

2 stops40h 20m

R19 526

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

18:20-16:45

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

18:55-5:45

1 stop25h 50m

R20 061

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

18:20-19:05

2 stops33h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

6:05-23:20

2 stops32h 15m

R20 140

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

6:05-23:20

2 stops32h 15m

R20 171

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R20 187

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

15:30-9:25

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

10:40-4:40

2 stops34h 00m

R20 297

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

18:20-23:35

2 stops38h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

R20 344

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

16:10-11:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:00-22:10

1 stop25h 10m

R20 439

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R20 486

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Melbourne, with most prices found around R18 912. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R19 274.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R21 343 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 for as low as R18 063 on momondo.

Cheap Melbourne to Cape Town flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town

Fastest flight time

25h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Cape Town takes 25h 50m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Cape Town.
  • How far is Melbourne to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    Melbourne and Cape Town Intl are 10306,0 km apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 50m.

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

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

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

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Cape Town

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EmiratesPriceFrom R20 358Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 490 reviews
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