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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of May 2026.

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 746 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 R30 047 to R21 026. The lowest price recently found on this route was R19 031.

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16:10 - 9:25

SYD

CPT

26h 15m

2 stops

10:40 - 7:40

CPT

SYD

36h 00m

2 stops

R19 031Singapore Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23

14:50 - 17:30

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CPT

34h 40m

1 stop

16:35 - 6:35

CPT

SYD

53h 00m

2 stops

R21 334Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13

15:50 - 10:30

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CPT

27h 40m

1 stop

17:20 - 17:55

CPT

SYD

63h 35m

2 stops

R21 772Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23

15:50 - 10:30

SYD

CPT

27h 40m

1 stop

19:00 - 6:50

CPT

SYD

26h 50m

1 stop

R22 356Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23

12:00 - 10:15

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CPT

30h 15m

2 stops

12:35 - 18:50

CPT

SYD

45h 15m

1 stop

R22 795Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Oct 29

15:50 - 10:15

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CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

13:15 - 6:15

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SYD

32h 00m

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R22 892Qatar Airways

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 21

8:50 - 10:15

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CPT

33h 25m

3 stops

17:20 - 6:35

CPT

SYD

52h 15m

2 stops

R23 119Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Oct 29

14:50 - 10:15

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CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

19:30 - 6:10

CPT

SYD

26h 40m

1 stop

R23 216Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Sep 2

12:30 - 17:30

SYD

CPT

37h 00m

2 stops

17:20 - 6:35

CPT

SYD

52h 15m

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R23 233Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Oct 29

14:50 - 10:15

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CPT

27h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 7:15

CPT

SYD

54h 40m

2 stops

R23 411Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Sep 2

Singapore Airlines flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines

Nov 9

SYD16:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 15m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

36h 00m

2 stops

SYD7:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

R19 031

Singapore Airlines

Jul 23

SYD18:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

47h 25m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Jul 30

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

39h 45m

2 stops

SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

R24 758

Singapore Airlines

Jul 23

SYD18:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

47h 25m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Jul 30

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

39h 45m

2 stops

SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

R24 839

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Nov 9

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 40m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT19:00Cape Town Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

SYD6:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

R22 356

Qatar Airways

Sept 17

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 15m

2 stops

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 29

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

45h 15m

1 stop

SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

R22 794

Qatar Airways

Oct 12

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 21

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 00m

2 stops

SYD6:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

R22 892

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R21 334

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17:20-17:55

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R21 772

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R22 356

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Thu 17/9

12:00-10:15

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Cape Town Intl

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R22 794

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Mon 12/10

15:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

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13:15-6:15

2 stops32h 00m

R22 892

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Thu 17/9

8:50-10:15

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

17:20-6:35

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R23 119

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

14:50-10:15

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

19:30-6:10

1 stop26h 40m

R23 216

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

12:30-17:30

2 stops37h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

17:20-6:35

2 stops52h 15m

R23 233

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

16:35-7:15

2 stops54h 40m

R23 411

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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 787. 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 R20 085.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney 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 354 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 R21 351 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 42% 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 May 2026, prices for Sydney to Cape Town flights are approximately 13% cheaper 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	26h 15m
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The fastest flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 26h 15m

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 26h 15m, 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of May 2026.
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.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sydney to Cape Town is Emirates, representing 50% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Qatar Airways at 50%.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 844	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R22 082	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 572 reviews		Search Emirates flights

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