What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl?

Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R11 097 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Cape Town in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R25 701 to R20 974. The lowest price recently found on this route was R19 551.

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14:50 - 10:15

SYD

CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 16:50

CPT

SYD

64h 15m

2 stops

R19 551Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30

20:45 - 17:20

SYD

CPT

28h 35m

1 stop

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R20 906Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 30

20:45 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

46h 45m

1 stop

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R20 957Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, May 14

20:45 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

46h 45m

1 stop

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R20 991Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 29

20:45 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

46h 45m

1 stop

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R21 008Qatar Airways

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 19

20:45 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

46h 45m

1 stop

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R21 025Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

13:00 - 20:45

SYD

CPT

39h 45m

3 stops

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R21 347Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Thu, May 21

20:45 - 11:30

SYD

CPT

46h 45m

1 stop

19:30 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

37h 40m

1 stop

R21 398Qatar Airways

Fri, May 22 - Tue, Jun 23

13:00 - 22:20

SYD

CPT

41h 20m

3 stops

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R21 516Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

13:00 - 20:20

SYD

CPT

39h 20m

3 stops

13:00 - 17:10

CPT

SYD

44h 10m

1 stop

R21 533Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 19

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Apr 16

SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 35m

1 stop

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

Apr 30

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

44h 10m

1 stop

SYD17:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

R20 906

Qatar Airways

Apr 27

SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

46h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

May 14

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

44h 10m

1 stop

SYD17:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

R20 957

Qatar Airways

Apr 15

SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

46h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Apr 29

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

44h 10m

1 stop

SYD17:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

R20 991

Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Malaysia Airlines

Apr 17

SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 30m

3 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

May 1

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

34h 35m

3 stops

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

R34 307

Malaysia Airlines

Apr 16

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

48h 25m

3 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 30

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

31h 35m

3 stops

SYD7:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

R38 051

Malaysia Airlines

Apr 15

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

48h 25m

3 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 29

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

31h 00m

3 stops

SYD6:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

R39 119

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1 stop27h 25m

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2 stops64h 15m

R19 551

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Thu 16/4

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1 stop44h 10m

R20 906

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R20 957

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Cape Town Intl

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13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R20 991

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

20:45-11:30

1 stop46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R21 008

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

20:45-11:30

1 stop46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R21 025

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SYD - CPT

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

13:00-20:45

3 stops39h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R21 347

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SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

20:45-11:30

1 stop46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

19:30-17:10

1 stop37h 40m

R21 398

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/5

13:00-22:20

3 stops41h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R21 516

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

13:00-20:20

3 stops39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R21 533

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney 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 Sydney, with most prices found around R18 941. 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 R20 635.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R22 723 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 Sydney for as low as R20 923 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Cape Town flight.

How have Sydney to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	27h 55m
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The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 27h 55m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Cape Town

How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl by plane?
There are 11001,8 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Cape Town Intl. Flights usually cover this in 27h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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