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

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier 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 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 2 as of March 2026.

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.

R12 701 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 R21 220 to R26 278. The lowest price recently found on this route was R21 084.

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17:20 - 14:35

MEL

CPT

29h 15m

2 stops

16:35 - 15:50

CPT

MEL

63h 15m

2 stops

R21 084Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 15

17:20 - 14:35

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CPT

29h 15m

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17:15 - 17:00

CPT

MEL

62h 45m

2 stops

R21 135Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Oct 31

15:10 - 10:15

MEL

CPT

27h 05m

1 stop

16:35 - 16:50

CPT

MEL

63h 15m

2 stops

R21 509Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 7

17:20 - 13:25

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CPT

28h 05m

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16:35 - 16:50

CPT

MEL

63h 15m

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R22 631Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 7

15:45 - 11:30

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CPT

27h 45m

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13:00 - 4:55

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MEL

31h 55m

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R22 648Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

21:35 - 13:00

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47h 25m

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15:25 - 9:35

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MEL

34h 10m

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R22 869Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 27

22:45 - 10:15

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13:00 - 22:05

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MEL

25h 05m

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R22 903Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14

15:45 - 11:30

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13:00 - 22:05

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25h 05m

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R22 954Qatar Airways

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

15:45 - 11:30

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13:00 - 22:05

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25h 05m

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R22 971Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

22:45 - 10:15

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43h 30m

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13:00 - 22:05

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MEL

25h 05m

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R23 005Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13

Emirates flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Emirates

Apr 20

MEL15:55Melbourne

32h 45m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Apr 27

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

27h 05m

1 stop

MEL5:30Melbourne

R23 345

Emirates

May 3

MEL12:05Melbourne

36h 35m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

May 10

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

27h 05m

1 stop

MEL5:30Melbourne

R23 396

Emirates

Apr 20

MEL15:55Melbourne

32h 45m

2 stops

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Apr 27

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

30h 25m

2 stops

MEL8:50Melbourne

R23 447

Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Etihad Airways

Aug 17

MEL17:20Melbourne

51h 40m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Aug 31

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

40h 25m

2 stops

MEL15:50Melbourne

R23 515

Etihad Airways

Apr 6

MEL17:10Melbourne

53h 25m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 13

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

42h 00m

2 stops

MEL15:50Melbourne

R23 889

Etihad Airways

May 4

MEL17:20Melbourne

51h 40m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

May 11

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

42h 00m

2 stops

MEL15:50Melbourne

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Cape Town Intl

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R21 084

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Tue 9/6

17:20-14:35

2 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

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17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

R21 135

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Thu 17/9

15:10-10:15

1 stop27h 05m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-16:50

2 stops63h 15m

R21 509

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MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Thu 17/9

17:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-16:50

2 stops63h 15m

R22 631

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15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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13:00-4:55

1 stop31h 55m

R22 648

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Wed 6/5

21:35-13:00

2 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

15:25-9:35

2 stops34h 10m

R22 869

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MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Tue 7/4

22:45-10:15

1 stop43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

13:00-22:05

1 stop25h 05m

R22 903

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MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Tue 5/5

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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1 stop25h 05m

R22 954

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Mon 20/4

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

13:00-22:05

1 stop25h 05m

R22 971

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Mon 6/4

22:45-10:15

1 stop43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

13:00-22:05

1 stop25h 05m

R23 005

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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 R21 254. 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 628.

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 R23 899 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 067 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	27h 20m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Cape Town takes 27h 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 27h 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 2 as of March 2026.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom R22 000	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 542 reviews		Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R23 798	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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