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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,643. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sydney.$1,453 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,453, select.

Sydney.$1,460 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,460, select.

Sydney.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May, returning Fri, 28 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 28 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.

Sydney.$1,477 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 10 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,477, select.

Sydney.$1,501 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,501, select.

Sydney.$1,504 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,504, select.

Sydney.$1,504 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar, returning Fri, 9 Apr.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,504, select.

Sydney.$1,534 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,534, select.

Sydney.$1,547 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Sat, 24 Apr.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,547, select.

Sydney.$1,551 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,551, select.

Sydney.$1,574 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,574, select.

Sydney.$1,584 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,584, select.

Sydney.$1,604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,604, select.

Sydney.$1,618 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,618, select.

Sydney.$1,633 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,633, select.

Sydney.$1,643 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,643, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Sydney

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Cape Town to Sydney: Flight information

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

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Sydney?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Sydney is $1,453. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Sydney?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,453.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Sydney?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Sydney.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Sydney?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Sydney is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport on?

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 Wednesday, 17 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sydney?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Sydney?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Sydney with?

Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know

The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Cape Town.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CPT to SYD flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.

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

Currently, $748 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,453. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CPT to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CPT to SYD.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

Cape Town Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
To get to Cape Town Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
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Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)

If you're arriving on a late Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Pick up a Sydney Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Sydney Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

From Sydney Airport, Sydney is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)

July is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Sydney in March.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town Airport to Sydney Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to SYD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

Sydney is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Newcastle is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without seeing Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.