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

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

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 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.

R13 947 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Cape Town in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R23 467 to R26 338. The lowest price recently found on this route was R20 986.

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6:55 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

35h 30m

2 stops

10:40 - 8:15

CPT

MEL

36h 35m

2 stops

R20 986Singapore Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 9

23:45 - 17:30

MEL

CPT

26h 45m

1 stop

12:35 - 17:50

CPT

MEL

44h 15m

1 stop

R21 537Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 9

18:45 - 17:30

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CPT

31h 45m

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12:35 - 17:50

CPT

MEL

44h 15m

1 stop

R22 883Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 9

21:35 - 11:50

MEL

CPT

46h 15m

2 stops

16:35 - 19:40

CPT

MEL

43h 05m

2 stops

R22 900Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

17:10 - 10:15

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CPT

26h 05m

1 stop

15:20 - 23:20

CPT

MEL

47h 00m

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R23 305Qatar Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

17:10 - 10:15

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CPT

26h 05m

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15:20 - 23:20

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MEL

47h 00m

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R23 370Qatar Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 14

16:10 - 17:30

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33h 20m

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13:15 - 16:50

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MEL

43h 35m

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R23 418Qatar Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31

21:35 - 13:00

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47h 25m

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15:10 - 8:50

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MEL

33h 40m

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R23 856Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 5

16:15 - 17:30

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33h 15m

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13:15 - 16:50

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MEL

43h 35m

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R23 905Qatar Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31

17:20 - 20:45

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35h 25m

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13:15 - 5:40

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MEL

31h 25m

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R23 937Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Oct 12

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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Oct 22

MEL23:45Melbourne

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Nov 9

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

44h 15m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

R21 537

Qatar Airways

Oct 22

MEL18:45Melbourne

31h 45m

2 stops

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Nov 9

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

44h 15m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

R22 883

Qatar Airways

Oct 14

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 05m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Nov 14

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

47h 00m

2 stops

MEL23:20Melbourne

R23 305

Emirates flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flight tickets

Emirates

Sept 22

MEL15:55Melbourne

32h 45m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Oct 6

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 15m

1 stop

MEL6:30Melbourne

R24 116

Emirates

Sept 24

MEL15:55Melbourne

51h 35m

2 stops

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Oct 12

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

42h 20m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

R24 181

Emirates

Sept 16

MEL22:55Melbourne

44h 35m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Oct 7

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

43h 25m

1 stop

MEL17:40Melbourne

R24 229

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Thu 22/10

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2 stops35h 30m

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10:40-8:15

2 stops36h 35m

R20 986

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Thu 22/10

23:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

R21 537

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

18:45-17:30

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

R22 883

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Mon 10/8

21:35-11:50

2 stops46h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/8

16:35-19:40

2 stops43h 05m

R22 900

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MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Wed 14/10

17:10-10:15

1 stop26h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

15:20-23:20

2 stops47h 00m

R23 305

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

17:10-10:15

1 stop26h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

15:20-23:20

2 stops47h 00m

R23 370

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

16:10-17:30

1 stop33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 35m

R23 418

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

21:35-13:00

2 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

15:10-8:50

2 stops33h 40m

R23 856

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

16:15-17:30

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 35m

R23 905

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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 25/9

17:20-20:45

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-5:40

2 stops31h 25m

R23 937

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne 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, with most prices found around R8 368. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R8 952.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 R23 965 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 R21 278 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 25m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Cape Town takes 21h 25m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 21h 25m.
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 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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