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

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 1 as of January 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.

R9 471 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 R19 647 to R22 618. The lowest price recently found on this route was R17 513.

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19:25 - 9:25

MEL

CPT

23h 00m

2 stops

10:40 - 5:45

CPT

MEL

34h 05m

2 stops

R17 513Singapore Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 18

18:25 - 9:25

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CPT

23h 00m

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10:40 - 11:00

CPT

MEL

40h 20m

2 stops

R18 990Singapore Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 16

15:55 - 13:00

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CPT

29h 05m

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13:50 - 7:25

CPT

MEL

33h 35m

2 stops

R19 089Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 8

5:55 - 9:25

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10:40 - 11:00

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MEL

40h 20m

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R19 138Singapore Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Sun, Jul 12

18:25 - 9:25

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10:40 - 4:40

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34h 00m

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R19 171Singapore Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 16

18:45 - 10:25

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19:35 - 22:20

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R19 680South African

Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 15

19:55 - 10:25

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R19 696South African

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

17:45 - 10:25

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R19 877Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Sun, May 31

13:10 - 22:05

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17:15 - 17:00

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MEL

62h 45m

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R20 008Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 18

23:40 - 17:25

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17:15 - 17:00

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62h 45m

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R20 090Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 18

South African flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Our best South African deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flight tickets

South African

May 4

MEL18:45Melbourne

23h 40m

2 stops

CPT10:25Cape Town Intl

May 15

CPT19:35Cape Town Intl

42h 45m

2 stops

MEL22:20Melbourne

R19 680

South African

Mar 1

MEL19:55Melbourne

23h 30m

2 stops

CPT10:25Cape Town Intl

Mar 8

CPT12:20Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

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MEL22:20Melbourne

R19 696

South African

Feb 3

MEL18:50Melbourne

23h 35m

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CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 17

CPT15:55Cape Town Intl

21h 25m

2 stops

MEL22:20Melbourne

R20 172

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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

Qatar Airways

Jan 15

MEL16:10Melbourne

34h 15m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 15

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

R20 074

Qatar Airways

Feb 1

MEL16:10Melbourne

27h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

Feb 15

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

R20 369

Qatar Airways

Mar 1

MEL16:10Melbourne

34h 20m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Mar 8

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

R20 386

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19:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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10:40-5:45

2 stops34h 05m

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18:25-9:25

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Cape Town Intl

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R18 990

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MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

15:55-13:00

2 stops29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-7:25

2 stops33h 35m

R19 089

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MELCPT

Melbourne

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5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

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R19 138

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MEL - CPT

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Melbourne

Fri 1/5

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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R19 171

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Melbourne

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18:45-10:25

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Cape Town Intl

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19:35-22:20

2 stops42h 45m

R19 680

MelbourneCape Town

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Melbourne

Sun 1/3

19:55-10:25

2 stops23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

12:20-22:20

2 stops25h 00m

R19 696

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

17:45-10:25

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

15:55-5:20

2 stops29h 25m

R19 877

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

13:10-22:05

3 stops41h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

R20 008

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

R20 090

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Melbourne, with most prices found around R19 713. 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 926.

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 221 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 843 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	25h 55m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Cape Town takes 25h 55m

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 25h 55m.
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 1 as of January 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom R21 237	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 464 reviews		Search Emirates flights

Stellenbosch

Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

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