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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MELA) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cape Town.$1,404 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,404, select.
Cape Town.$1,440 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,440, select.
Cape Town.$1,474 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 23 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,474, select.
Cape Town.$1,534 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,534, select.
Cape Town.$1,582 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,582, select.
Cape Town.$1,644 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,644, select.
Cape Town.$1,694 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,694, select.
Cape Town.$1,694 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,694, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in March.
Aug
from $1,798
Sep
from $1,758
Oct
from $1,716
Nov
from $1,582
Dec
from $2,028
Jan
from $1,802
Feb
from $1,534
Mar
from $1,404
Apr
from $1,942
May
from $1,802
Jun
from $1,746
Jul
from $2,177

Melbourne to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,404
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Cape Town is $1,404. 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 Melbourne to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from $1,404.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town is usually March.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Cape Town 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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is Singapore Airlines .

Travelling from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours behind Melbourne.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from Melbourne to CPT. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to CPT, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to CPT flight is so much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.

  • Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down as expected.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • At the moment, $868 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,404. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to CPT. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport ticket.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). June is when most people visit Cape Town. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to CPT flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Cape Town

  • After booking your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cape Town:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are leading attractions which should feature on every Cape Town itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a trip to Saldanha will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, Ceres is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Cape Town

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