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Sydney.$1,477 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,477, select.
Sydney.$1,571 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,571, select.
Sydney.$1,577 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,577, select.
Sydney.$1,582 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,582, select.
Sydney.$1,582 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,582, select.
Sydney.$1,582 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,582, select.
Sydney.$1,582 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Fri, 15 Aug.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,582, select.
Sydney.$1,583 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Fri, 18 Jul.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sydney on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,583, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $1,577
Jun
from $1,665
Jul
from $1,583
Aug
from $1,582
Sep
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Nov
from $1,641
Dec
from $1,976
Jan
from $2,146
Feb
from $1,758
Mar
from $1,682
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Cape Town to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Cape Town to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,477
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Sydney is $1,477. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,477.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Sydney is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Cape Town.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. O.R. Tambo International Airport is a top stopover on the CPT to SYD route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $836 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,477. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to SYD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CPT to SYD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT land on time.

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to explore Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CPT to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've done Sydney, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among the biggest draws.

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