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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town from $1,698

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CPT
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,698

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,095
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Cape Town
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Tue 18/300:35MEL - CPT
2 stops42h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/310:40CPT - MEL
2 stops46h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,698
Mon 10/317:10MEL - CPT
2 stops33h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 22/312:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,815
Tue 4/218:50MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 30mSouth African
Tue 11/215:55CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 35mSouth African
Deal found 16/1$1,833
Tue 4/222:30MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 15mEmirates
Tue 11/213:40CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 40mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$1,960
Sun 30/316:15MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 7/413:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/1$1,962
Thu 17/706:30MEL - CPT
2 stops24h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 27/709:00CPT - MEL
2 stops27h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,970
Tue 4/216:55MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/215:20CPT - MEL
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,981
Mon 31/321:50MEL - CPT
2 stops47h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 17/416:35CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1$2,024

Find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:35-09:35

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/3

10:40-18:10

2 stops46h 30m

$1,698

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

17:10-17:20

2 stops33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/3

12:35-23:45

1 stop26h 10m

$1,815

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 4/2

18:50-09:20

2 stops23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/2

15:55-23:30

2 stops22h 35m

$1,833

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

13:10-21:40

3 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/3

06:00-23:45

3 stops32h 45m

$1,952

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 4/2

22:30-16:45

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/2

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

$1,960

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

16:15-10:50

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

13:00-23:30

1 stop26h 30m

$1,962

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

06:30-22:50

2 stops25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

06:50-20:20

2 stops28h 30m

$1,978

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 31/3

21:50-11:50

2 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/4

16:35-18:55

2 stops42h 20m

$2,024

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town (average of $1,152). Flying from Melbourne to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,883). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 4% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Emirates and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

South African
7.7
Good
53 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Melbourne?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Melbourne. It is only a 15.6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,698, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Cape Town and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and South African - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,815 and $1,833, respectively. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Cape Town stopover in Singapore most frequently. Johannesburg follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne to Cape Town flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those landing in Singapore looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $175 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Cape Town flights?

    Of the flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cape Town (average of $1,152). Flying from Melbourne to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,883). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,495Average$1,958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,725Average$2,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,760Average$2,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,843Average$2,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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