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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town from $904

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06:55 - 09:25MEL-CPT
35h 30m2 stops
10:40 - 05:20CPT-MEL
33h 40m2 stops
$1,377Singapore Airlines
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Fri, 7 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
06:55 - 09:25MEL-CPT
35h 30m2 stops
10:40 - 05:20CPT-MEL
33h 40m2 stops
$1,395Singapore Airlines
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Sat, 1 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
17:10 - 10:30MEL-CPT
26h 20m1 stop
13:00 - 00:30CPT-MEL
26h 30m1 stop
$1,866Qatar Airways
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Fri, 7 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
15:15 - 10:50MEL-CPT
27h 35m1 stop
13:00 - 16:45CPT-MEL
43h 45m1 stop
$1,933Qatar Airways
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Tue, 3 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
06:30 - 22:50MEL-CPT
25h 20m2 stops
06:50 - 19:05CPT-MEL
27h 15m2 stops
$2,004Qantas Airways
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Wed, 29 Jan - Wed, 5 Mar
16:40 - 09:25MEL-CPT
25h 45m1 stop
06:05 - 18:10CPT-MEL
27h 05m2 stops
$2,012
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Sat, 1 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
16:55 - 13:00MEL-CPT
29h 05m2 stops
13:50 - 08:25CPT-MEL
33h 35m3 stops
$2,028
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Fri, 7 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
03:25 - 11:40MEL-CPT
41h 15m2 stops
18:25 - 06:30CPT-MEL
27h 05m1 stop
$2,038Emirates
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Fri, 28 Feb - Sun, 30 Mar
22:15 - 16:50MEL-CPT
27h 35m1 stop
18:25 - 05:30CPT-MEL
27h 05m1 stop
$2,078Emirates
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Sun, 30 Mar - Mon, 7 Apr
21:20 - 22:50MEL-CPT
33h 30m3 stops
14:00 - 19:05CPT-MEL
21h 05m2 stops
$5,896Qantas Airways
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Sat, 28 Jun - Fri, 11 Jul
13:10 - 13:00MEL-CPT
56h 50m3 stops
Fri, 7 Feb
05:55 - 09:25MEL-CPT
35h 30m2 stops
$1,049Singapore Airlines
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Sat, 10 May
23:30 - 10:40MEL-CPT
44h 10m1 stop
$1,130Qatar Airways
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Fri, 7 Feb
17:10 - 10:30MEL-CPT
26h 20m1 stop
$1,169Qatar Airways
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Sun, 23 Feb
18:25 - 09:25MEL-CPT
47h 00m2 stops
$1,172Singapore Airlines
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Tue, 1 Jul
16:40 - 09:25MEL-CPT
25h 45m2 stops
$1,201Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 23 Feb
22:40 - 12:00MEL-CPT
46h 20m2 stops
$1,322Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 24 Mar
03:25 - 11:40MEL-CPT
65h 15m2 stops
$1,632Emirates
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Sat, 22 Feb
03:25 - 14:30MEL-CPT
44h 05m3 stops
$1,918Emirates
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Sat, 22 Feb
07:10 - 06:10MEL-CPT
56h 00m3 stops
$1,979KLM
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Mon, 24 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Qantas Airways
29 Jan
MEL06:30Melbourne
25h 20m
2 stops
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
5 Mar
CPT06:50Cape Town Intl
27h 15m
2 stops
MEL19:05Melbourne
Qantas Airways
28 June
MEL21:20Melbourne
33h 30m
3 stops
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
11 July
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
21h 05m
2 stops
MEL19:05Melbourne
Qantas Airways
26 Jan
MEL21:25Melbourne
34h 25m
3 stops
CPT22:50Cape Town Intl
31 Jan
CPT09:20Cape Town Intl
26h 45m
3 stops
MEL21:05Melbourne

Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Emirates
28 Feb
MEL03:25Melbourne
41h 15m
2 stops
CPT11:40Cape Town Intl
30 Mar
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
27h 05m
1 stop
MEL06:30Melbourne
Emirates
30 Mar
MEL22:15Melbourne
27h 35m
1 stop
CPT16:50Cape Town Intl
7 Apr
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
27h 05m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
Emirates
29 Jan
MEL06:15Melbourne
38h 25m
1 stop
CPT11:40Cape Town Intl
5 Mar
CPT13:40Cape Town Intl
45h 55m
2 stops
MEL20:35Melbourne

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you don’t want to visit Cape Town in February, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,918.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $2,064. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,276. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cape Town.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Cape Town in the morning for as low as $2,116. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,189 on average. Flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport at midday 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 Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport when booking 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $2,180 when searching 17 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,834 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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

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Best price found

$904

Fastest flight time

23h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $904. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,377.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town takes 23h 00m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • How far is Melbourne to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 10310.3 km between Melbourne and Cape Town Intl. 23h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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


Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,500Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,328 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,667Free cancellationRating
7.5
824 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,731Free cancellationRating
7.6
53 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,766Free cancellationRating
7.5
3,754 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,849Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,355 reviews
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