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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $1,013

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,702

One-way from

$1,013

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,997
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 5/3-7/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 25m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($446 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($177 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Wed 5/306:45SYD - CPT
2 stops35h 50mSingapore Airlines
Fri 7/310:40CPT - SYD
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,702
Thu 6/309:30SYD - CPT
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 10/306:50CPT - SYD
1 stop22h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,778
Thu 3/421:45SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 15/413:00CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,894
Fri 14/209:30SYD - CPT
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/220:20CPT - SYD
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,973
Thu 20/206:00SYD - CPT
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Thu 27/213:40CPT - SYD
1 stop32h 20mEmirates
Deal found 21/1$2,026
Fri 4/422:05SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 18/416:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,211
Fri 14/218:15SYD - CPT
2 stops25h 55mSouth African
Sun 23/213:05CPT - SYD
2 stops24h 25mSouth African
Deal found 19/1$2,216
Sat 22/321:40SYD - CPT
1 stop45h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 25/312:35CPT - SYD
1 stop45h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/1$2,421

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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/4

12:00-09:25

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

10:40-10:25

2 stops39h 45m

$1,715

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/3

09:30-22:50

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/3

06:50-14:15

1 stop22h 25m

$1,790

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/4

21:45-17:15

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/4

19:15-17:10

1 stop37h 55m

$1,894

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/2

06:00-11:40

1 stop38h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/2

13:40-07:00

1 stop32h 20m

$2,026

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/3

15:50-14:30

2 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/3

06:05-20:25

3 stops29h 20m

$2,034

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/4

22:05-11:50

2 stops46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

$2,211

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/4

18:15-09:25

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

12:20-06:15

2 stops33h 55m

$2,302

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/3

21:40-10:30

1 stop45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/3

12:35-18:50

1 stop45h 15m

$2,421

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/3

10:05-22:10

3 stops45h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/3

23:20-07:25

3 stops47h 05m

$3,080

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/4

14:05-14:30

3 stops33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/4

10:40-19:35

3 stops24h 55m

$4,493

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cape Town (average of $1,152). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 21 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 21 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, South African and Qatar Airways from Sydney to Cape Town have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

South African
7.7
Good
53 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,702, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Sydney 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 Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,778 and $1,894, respectively. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,013 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $1,184 and Qatar Airways from $1,347 one-way.

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

    Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Cape Town stopover in Singapore most frequently. Johannesburg sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Cape Town.

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a stopover in Singapore in need of a car hire can book one at Singapore Changi for about $174.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Cape Town is Dubai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cape Town (average of $1,152). Flying from Sydney 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,517Average$2,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,674Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,750Average$2,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,823Average$2,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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