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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Melbourne according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of December 2025.

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.

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5:55 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

35h 30m2 stops

10:40 - 4:20

CPT

MEL

33h 40m2 stops

R18 597Singapore Airlines

월, 6월 1 - 월, 6월 8

15:40 - 13:00

MEL

CPT

29h 20m2 stops

13:50 - 11:00

CPT

MEL

37h 10m2 stops

R19 887Ethiopian Air

금, 5월 1 - 토, 5월 16

16:10 - 10:30

MEL

CPT

27h 20m1 stop

17:15 - 17:00

CPT

MEL

62h 45m2 stops

R19 987Multiple Airlines

수, 1월 21 - 화, 1월 27

18:25 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

23h 00m2 stops

10:40 - 4:20

CPT

MEL

33h 40m2 stops

R20 054Singapore Airlines

금, 5월 1 - 토, 5월 16

18:20 - 19:00

MEL

CPT

33h 40m2 stops

17:15 - 11:50

CPT

MEL

57h 35m2 stops

R20 155Multiple Airlines

일, 2월 1 - 일, 2월 15

18:20 - 19:00

MEL

CPT

33h 40m2 stops

17:15 - 11:50

CPT

MEL

57h 35m2 stops

R20 222Multiple Airlines

일, 2월 1 - 일, 2월 15

15:40 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

25h 45m1 stop

10:40 - 20:35

CPT

MEL

25h 55m1 stop

R20 356Singapore Airlines

금, 5월 1 - 토, 5월 16

18:20 - 13:25

MEL

CPT

28h 05m2 stops

17:15 - 17:00

CPT

MEL

62h 45m2 stops

R20 775Multiple Airlines

일, 2월 1 - 일, 2월 8

18:20 - 21:00

MEL

CPT

35h 40m2 stops

12:35 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

32h 10m1 stop

R20 909Multiple Airlines

일, 2월 1 - 일, 2월 15

18:20 - 19:45

MEL

CPT

34h 25m2 stops

12:35 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

32h 10m1 stop

R21 059Multiple Airlines

일, 2월 1 - 일, 2월 15

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Jun 1

MEL5:55Melbourne

35h 30m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Jun 8

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

MEL4:20Melbourne

R18 597

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May 1

MEL18:25Melbourne

23h 00m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

May 16

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

MEL4:20Melbourne

R20 054

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Singapore Airlines

May 1

MEL15:40Melbourne

25h 45m

1 stop

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

May 16

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

25h 55m

1 stop

MEL20:35Melbourne

R20 356

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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Jan 15

MEL17:10Melbourne

33h 15m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 16

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

R21 797

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Qatar Airways

Jan 15

MEL17:10Melbourne

33h 15m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 16

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

R21 864

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Qatar Airways

Jan 28

MEL16:10Melbourne

29h 30m

2 stops

CPT12:40Cape Town Intl

Feb 9

CPT19:00Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL5:45Melbourne

R21 880

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월 1/6

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

월 8/6

10:40-4:20

2 stops33h 40m

R18 597

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

금 1/5

15:40-13:00

2 stops29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

토 16/5

13:50-11:00

2 stops37h 10m

R19 887

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

수 21/1

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

화 27/1

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

R19 987

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

금 1/5

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

토 16/5

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2 stops33h 40m

R20 054

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

일 1/2

18:20-19:00

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

일 15/2

17:15-11:50

2 stops57h 35m

R20 155

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

일 1/2

18:20-19:00

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

일 15/2

17:15-11:50

2 stops57h 35m

R20 222

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

금 1/5

15:40-9:25

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

토 16/5

10:40-20:35

1 stop25h 55m

R20 356

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

일 1/2

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

일 8/2

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

R20 775

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

일 1/2

18:20-21:00

2 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

일 15/2

12:35-5:45

1 stop32h 10m

R20 909

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

일 1/2

18:20-19:45

2 stops34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

일 15/2

12:35-5:45

1 stop32h 10m

R21 059

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne 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, with most prices found around R19 987. 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 R19 987.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R20 605. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Sunday is R28 858.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne to Cape Town in the evening for as low as R22 244. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R23 313 per ticket.

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 R22 308 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 781 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	26h 20m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Cape Town takes 26h 20m

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

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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 26h 20m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of December 2025.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R14 721	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 414 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R19 833	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 686 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R21 677	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 440 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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