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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from R10 890

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
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in November or February, 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 (ME1). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 237

One-way from

R10 890

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R27 892
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/3-25/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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20/3
  • 20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 4% 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 17 January 2025.

Mon 21/717:25CPT - MEL
2 stops20h 55mSouth African
Sun 3/819:45MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 00mSouth African
Deal found 16/1R20 087
Thu 27/310:55CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 25/79:15MEL - CPT
2 stops32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1R20 237
Sat 15/26:50CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 22/26:00MEL - CPT
2 stops22h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1R20 538
Wed 19/219:30CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/321:55MEL - CPT
3 stops44h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R22 381
Mon 21/713:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 3/815:15MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R23 077
Sat 15/218:25CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Fri 21/23:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/1R26 011
Tue 1/413:00CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 22/413:25MEL - CPT
3 stops32h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/1R50 349

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 17 January 2025.

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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

10:55-18:10

2 stops22h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

9:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

R20 237

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/2

6:50-17:35

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 22/2

6:00-19:55

2 stops22h 55m

R20 538

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

19:30-21:55

2 stops41h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

19:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

R21 949

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

19:30-21:55

2 stops41h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

21:55-9:25

3 stops44h 30m

R22 381

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/2

18:25-20:35

2 stops41h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 21/2

3:25-11:40

2 stops41h 15m

R26 011

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/3

12:35-23:45

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

15:15-17:15

1 stop34h 00m

R27 046

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/4

13:00-9:10

2 stops35h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

13:25-13:45

3 stops32h 20m

R50 349

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

12:35-7:25

2 stops33h 50m

R10 890

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

R15 761

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne 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 17 January 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to Melbourne, 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Melbourne 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 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 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, 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 17 January 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 327 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

South African
7,7
Good
53 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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 round-trip?

    According to our current data, Singapore Airlines (R20 237), Qantas Airways (R20 538), and South African (R21 949) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Melbourne. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 16% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Cape Town to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Dubai is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R1 501 per day.

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

    Cape Town to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Doha least often. Cape Town to Melbourne 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 119AverageR20 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 235AverageR21 775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR20 455AverageR25 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 852AverageR24 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR22 029AverageR25 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR24 070AverageR27 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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