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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport from R10 028

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in February 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 112

One-way from

R10 028

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 057
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 1/6-27/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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  • 20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R16 089 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 682 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Sun 1/67:00CPT - MEL
2 stops27h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 27/719:45MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2R20 112
Fri 31/1018:55CPT - MEL
2 stops33h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 6/1123:30MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R20 684
Sun 1/612:50CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 30mSouth African
Sun 29/617:45MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 00mSouth African
Deal found 20/2R21 347
Sat 22/36:50CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/315:35MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R21 532
Sun 1/610:40CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sun 27/723:35MEL - CPT
1 stop41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2R25 311
Sun 9/313:40CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 40mEmirates
Tue 11/33:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 20mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R25 956
Sun 1/610:40CPT - MEL
3 stops37h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 27/713:25MEL - CPT
3 stops28h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/2R52 355
Wed 26/38:05CPT - MEL
3 stops37h 50mKLM
Thu 10/413:25MEL - CPT
2 stops40h 00mKLM
Deal found 20/2R155 165

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Cape Town

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

7:00-18:50

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

19:45-22:50

2 stops35h 05m

R20 112

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

12:50-5:20

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

17:45-16:45

2 stops31h 00m

R21 347

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/3

6:50-23:00

2 stops31h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

15:35-14:35

2 stops32h 00m

R21 532

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/3

12:35-23:45

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

17:10-10:40

1 stop26h 30m

R21 808

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

10:40-20:35

1 stop25h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

23:35-9:25

1 stop41h 50m

R25 311

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/3

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

3:25-16:45

2 stops46h 20m

R25 956

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

10:40-8:10

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

13:25-9:25

3 stops28h 00m

R52 355

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

8:05-6:55

3 stops37h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

13:25-21:25

2 stops40h 00m

R155 165

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

6:50-23:45

2 stops31h 55m

R10 028

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

7:00-17:55

2 stops26h 55m

R11 817

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

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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 14 February 2025.

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 21 February 2025.

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 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 16 December 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. Tuesday 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 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and KLM 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
3 276 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 299 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Qantas Airways
7,4
Good
814 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 R20 112, Qantas Airways will fly you from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from South African and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R21 347 and R21 808, respectively. Qantas Airways is currently priced 14% 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?

    R11 817 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R13 531 and R14 305, 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. Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg travellers tend to visit Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium more than any other notable places. Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium can be accessed by travelling approximately 25,0 km, 20,1 km, and 21,6 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Those landing in Johannesburg looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R480 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 Dubai 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 591AverageR20 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 853AverageR20 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 163AverageR21 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 805AverageR22 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 419AverageR23 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 592AverageR25 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 598AverageR27 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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