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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sydney from $885

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Sydney departing on 7/6. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Sydney.
Qantas Airways Logo
09:00 - 14:45CPT-SYD
21h 45m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
09:30 - 14:35SYD-CPT
37h 05m1 stop
$1,617Qantas Airways
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Fri, 9 May - Thu, 22 May
South African Logo
14:15 - 21:50CPT-SYD
23h 35m2 stops
South African Logo
18:15 - 10:25SYD-CPT
24h 10m2 stops
$1,651South African
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Sat, 17 May - Mon, 2 Jun
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09:00 - 14:45CPT-SYD
21h 45m1 stop
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09:30 - 14:35SYD-CPT
37h 05m1 stop
$1,772
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Sat, 17 May - Mon, 2 Jun
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05:45 - 20:10CPT-SYD
30h 25m2 stops
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14:05 - 12:00SYD-CPT
29h 55m2 stops
$1,775
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Fri, 9 May - Thu, 22 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 20:00CPT-SYD
42h 25m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:40 - 12:00SYD-CPT
47h 20m2 stops
$1,978Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 7 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 20:00CPT-SYD
42h 25m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:40 - 12:00SYD-CPT
47h 20m2 stops
$2,002Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 7 Oct - Sat, 8 Nov
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 06:05CPT-SYD
27h 40m1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:20 - 11:35SYD-CPT
33h 15m2 stops
$2,261Emirates
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Fri, 9 May - Thu, 22 May
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 06:25CPT-SYD
33h 20m2 stops
Emirates Logo
06:00 - 11:35SYD-CPT
37h 35m1 stop
$2,331Emirates
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Fri, 1 Aug - Wed, 13 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:25CPT-SYD
39h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
09:15 - 09:25SYD-CPT
33h 10m3 stops
$2,445Singapore Airlines
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Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 8 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 22:20CPT-SYD
26h 40m3 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 - 09:25SYD-CPT
30h 10m2 stops
$2,455Singapore Airlines
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Sat, 11 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

Qantas Airways flights from Cape Town to Sydney

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cape Town to Sydney flight tickets
Qantas Airways
9 May
CPT09:00Cape Town Intl
21h 45m
1 stop
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
22 May
SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 05m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Qantas Airways
16 May
CPT07:00Cape Town Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
29 May
SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 20m
1 stop
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
Qantas Airways
16 May
CPT07:00Cape Town Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
29 May
SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 05m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

South African flights from Cape Town to Sydney

Our best South African deals on Cape Town to Sydney flight tickets
South African
17 May
CPT14:15Cape Town Intl
23h 35m
2 stops
SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
2 June
SYD18:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 10m
2 stops
CPT10:25Cape Town Intl
South African
7 July
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
20h 25m
2 stops
SYD21:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
25 July
SYD18:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 40m
2 stops
CPT10:55Cape Town Intl
South African
10 Oct
CPT20:25Cape Town Intl
41h 25m
2 stops
SYD22:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
7 Nov
SYD20:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 10m
2 stops
CPT13:25Cape Town Intl

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Cape Town, with most prices found around $1,697. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney 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 $1,716.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,711. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,412.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Cape Town to Sydney in the evening for as low as $0. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $2,166 on average. Flights to Sydney from Cape Town in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Cape Town when booking 21 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,882 when searching 21 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Cape Town for as low as $1,667 on momondo.

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

As of April 2025, prices for Cape Town to Sydney flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Sydney

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

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Best price found

$885

Fastest flight time

16h 30m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Sydney

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sydney from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is $885. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,617.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Sydney takes 16h 30m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Sydney. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cape Town Intl Airport - Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
There is 1 airport near Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?

    The distance between Cape Town Intl and Sydney Kingsford Smith is about 11001.8 km. 16h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Sydney?


Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Sydney

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to Sydney with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free cancellation
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,260Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,288 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,348Free cancellationRating
7.5
818 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,531Free cancellationRating
8.0
3,197 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,664Free cancellationRating
7.3
30 reviews
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