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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from R11 437

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEL
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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 (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 28 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 871

One-way from

R11 437

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 070
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R19 841 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 984 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 28 February 2025.

Sat 1/39:20CPT - MEL
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/418:50MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2R18 760
Mon 7/413:00CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 22/415:15MEL - CPT
1 stop34h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/2R18 871
Sun 1/67:00CPT - MEL
2 stops26h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 27/720:30MEL - CPT
2 stops34h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/2R19 055
Mon 7/412:20CPT - MEL
2 stops26h 00mSouth African
Tue 22/418:45MEL - CPT
2 stops22h 40mSouth African
Deal found 27/2R19 350
Mon 10/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops40h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/1220:40MEL - CPT
2 stops48h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/2R22 154
Wed 5/119:00CPT - MEL
2 stops51h 25mSWISS
Tue 2/1215:35MEL - CPT
2 stops52h 20mSWISS
Deal found 27/2R23 962
Sat 1/39:20CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 05mEmirates
Tue 22/422:55MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 40mEmirates
Deal found 27/2R25 493
Sun 1/610:40CPT - MEL
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 27/79:15MEL - CPT
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/2R26 526
Thu 13/1110:40CPT - MEL
3 stops37h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 30/1115:10MEL - CPT
3 stops31h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/2R50 451
Fri 5/1223:45CPT - MEL
2 stops47h 00mKLM
Sat 3/111:05MEL - CPT
2 stops52h 25mKLM
Deal found 27/2R78 083

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 28 February 2025.

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Cape Town

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

13:00-22:10

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

15:15-17:15

1 stop34h 00m

R18 871

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

12:20-22:20

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

18:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

R19 350

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

12:15-18:35

2 stops21h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

6:15-22:50

2 stops24h 35m

R21 453

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

5:15-14:35

2 stops41h 20m

R29 016

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

10:40-8:10

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

13:25-13:45

3 stops32h 20m

R54 417

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

6:50-19:35

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

6:00-22:50

2 stops24h 50m

R61 094

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

R143 587

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

5:45-4:15

3 stops37h 30m

R11 437

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

9:00-17:55

2 stops24h 55m

R11 824

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

16:35-18:55

2 stops42h 20m

R12 212

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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 25 February 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 28 February 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 28 February 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 250 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 250 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 250 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 288 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 250 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 326 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 250 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 580 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 250 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 250 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qatar Airways (R18 871), Qantas Airways (R19 055), and South African (R19 350) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Melbourne. Qatar Airways is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R11 824. Users have also found prices from R12 212 and R14 259 on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg travellers tend to visit Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover Johannesburg can visit Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium, by traveling 25,0 km, 20,1 km, and 21,6 km, respectively after landing at Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers can book a car hire at Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R419 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 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?

    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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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 317AverageR20 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 880AverageR20 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 154AverageR21 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 817AverageR22 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 432AverageR23 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 605AverageR25 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 720AverageR27 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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