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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport from R10 937

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in November or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R22 522

One-way from

R12 162

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 25/3-9/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Thu 26/1217:15CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 15/122:40MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/11R23 766
Tue 24/1214:40CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/118:50MEL - CPT
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R29 423
Tue 24/1210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 16/110:35MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/11R33 513
Wed 25/1218:25CPT - MEL
1 stop27h 00mEmirates
Thu 16/16:15MEL - CPT
1 stop38h 25mEmirates
Deal found 19/11R35 495
Tue 24/1214:40CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 15mSouth African
Tue 7/118:50MEL - CPT
2 stops24h 30mSouth African
Deal found 18/11R36 234
Sun 1/1212:35CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 12/123:30MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11R36 955

Find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/3

10:40-8:15

2 stops36h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

9:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

R22 522

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/1

17:15-20:55

2 stops42h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

22:40-12:00

2 stops46h 20m

R22 613

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

9:20-17:35

2 stops23h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

20:25-22:50

3 stops35h 25m

R22 973

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/2

6:00-7:10

2 stops40h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

15:35-15:10

2 stops32h 35m

R23 567

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

12:35-18:25

1 stop44h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 12/4

18:15-17:15

2 stops31h 00m

R23 640

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/1

13:40-6:25

1 stop31h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

6:15-11:40

1 stop38h 25m

R26 270

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/2

9:30-7:20

2 stops36h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

0:35-10:55

2 stops43h 20m

R32 649

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

10:40-21:25

2 stops25h 45m

R10 937

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

16:35-18:55

2 stops42h 20m

R12 018

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

14:00-18:50

2 stops20h 50m

R12 631

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R1 012). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R1 267). 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 CPT to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

When flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and Emirates from Cape Town to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

South African
7,7
Good
87 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qantas Airways
7,6
Good
820 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 832 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R22 522, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R22 613 and R22 973, respectively. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 3% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    R12 162 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and South African, with prices starting from R13 586 and R17 838, respectively.

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

    Most of the time, Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq more than any other notable places. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R592 per day.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport is Doha. Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights stopping in Johannesburg are the next rarest.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne 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 Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R1 012). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R1 267). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 117AverageR21 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 456AverageR20 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 646AverageR20 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR20 416AverageR21 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 935AverageR22 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 103AverageR24 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 003AverageR25 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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