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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cape Town from $1,102

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CPT
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 20 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,866

One-way from

$1,102

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,936
South African
  • South African
  • 12/5-26/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 25m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($549 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($192 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 25 March 2025.

Mon 12/518:15SYD - CPT
2 stops24h 10mSouth African
Mon 26/519:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 15mSouth African
Deal found 24/3$1,866
Tue 13/512:50SYD - CPT
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/505:45CPT - SYD
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,937
Mon 12/509:30SYD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 26/514:00CPT - SYD
1 stop16h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,942
Mon 6/1016:00SYD - CPT
2 stops26h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sun 26/1010:40CPT - SYD
2 stops46h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3$2,000
Thu 8/506:00SYD - CPT
1 stop37h 35mEmirates
Thu 15/513:05CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 15mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$2,042
Tue 25/321:40SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 1/409:00CPT - SYD
2 stops48h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,070
Fri 18/715:00SYD - CPT
2 stops30h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 16/813:50CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/3$2,346
Sun 20/720:55SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 19/816:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3$2,995

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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/5

18:15-10:25

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

19:35-21:50

2 stops42h 15m

$1,866

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

12:50-15:45

3 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

05:45-20:10

2 stops30h 25m

$1,937

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/5

09:30-22:50

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

14:00-14:45

1 stop16h 45m

$1,942

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

06:00-11:35

1 stop37h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

13:05-17:20

1 stop44h 15m

$2,042

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

18:05-09:25

2 stops47h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

10:40-05:55

2 stops35h 15m

$2,047

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 18/7

14:50-19:55

2 stops37h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/8

13:00-06:15

1 stop33h 15m

$2,322

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 18/7

15:00-13:00

2 stops30h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/8

13:50-05:55

2 stops32h 05m

$2,346

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/7

20:55-11:50

2 stops46h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/8

16:35-19:00

2 stops42h 25m

$2,995

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

20:45-10:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,102

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/6

07:55-09:25

2 stops33h 30m

$1,169

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Cape Town

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 21 March 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 $1,077). 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 25 March 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 25 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 $1,866, South African will fly you from Sydney to Cape Town and back. In addition to South African, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,942 and $2,042, respectively. These flights start at 12% 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 $1,169 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $1,249 and Qatar Airways from $1,397 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 $133.

  • 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 $1,077). 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$1,458Average$1,954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,601Average$1,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,737Average$1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,801Average$2,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,890Average$2,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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