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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne from R11 377

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — MEL
May 26 — Jun 21
1 adult
Sun 26/5
Sun 2/6

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 21 May 2024.

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March

Round-trip from

R18 799

One-way from

R11 377
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Melbourne?

Travellers have found that booking a Saturday departure is the best way to save up to 8% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne?

Find a great deal and save up to 4% by booking at least 40 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Cape Town to Melbourne within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R21 864.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne?

March is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Cape Town. Prices for March average R23 552 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R17 029. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a March flight can save you 8% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne (CPT - MEL)?

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 17% versus a flight at midday.

Cheap Emirates flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Cape Town and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Tue 25/618:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Mon 15/72:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R30 187
Tue 25/613:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Mon 15/72:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R30 587
Tue 25/618:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Mon 15/72:25MEL - CPT
3 stops44h 05mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R31 060
Mon 17/69:20CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 10mEmirates
Tue 2/75:15MEL - CPT
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Deal found 21/5R45 399
Mon 17/69:20CPT - MEL
2 stops28h 30mEmirates
Mon 1/72:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Deal found 21/5R45 526
Mon 17/613:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Tue 2/75:15MEL - CPT
1 stop43h 35mEmirates
Deal found 21/5R55 595
Mon 17/613:05CPT - MEL
1 stop32h 25mEmirates
Mon 1/72:25MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEmirates
Deal found 21/5R55 704

Cheap Cape Town to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Prices were last updated on 21 May 2024.
Tue 25/66:05CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/723:45MEL - CPT
2 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R23 408
Tue 25/65:45CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/712:05MEL - CPT
3 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R27 661
Tue 25/613:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/75:15MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R29 806
Tue 25/618:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Mon 15/72:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R30 187
Tue 25/613:05CPT - MEL
1 stop24h 45mEmirates
Mon 15/72:25MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R30 587
Tue 25/618:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 15mEmirates
Mon 15/72:25MEL - CPT
3 stops44h 05mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R31 060
Tue 25/610:40CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Tue 16/723:35MEL - CPT
1 stop41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/5R31 550
Tue 25/614:35CPT - MEL
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/713:25MEL - CPT
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R34 749
Mon 17/613:00CPT - MEL
2 stops38h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/714:25MEL - CPT
2 stops52h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/5R34 822

Cape Town to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Sun 1/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 12/122:30MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 536
Sun 1/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 12/122:30MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R21 555
Sun 1/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 12/119:20MEL - CPT
2 stops30h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R22 809
Tue 25/66:05CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/723:45MEL - CPT
2 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R23 408
Tue 24/126:00CPT - MEL
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/115:35MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R24 044
Sat 28/1220:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/115:35MEL - CPT
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R24 699
Sun 1/1210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops34h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 12/119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/5R24 735
Sun 1/1210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops39h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sun 12/119:25MEL - CPT
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/5R24 771
Tue 24/126:00CPT - MEL
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/11:00MEL - CPT
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R25 644

One-way flights to Melbourne from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.
Fri 21/66:00CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R11 377
Fri 21/614:35CPT - MEL
3 stops54h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R12 849
Fri 21/613:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R23 826

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 539 534 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2024.

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R23 408 - R34 822

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Price

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

2 stops32h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

2 stops43h 05m

R23 408

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

3 stops42h 45m

R27 661

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop24h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

2 stops35h 00m

R29 806

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

2 stops41h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 15/7

2 stops46h 25m

R30 187

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop24h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 15/7

2 stops46h 25m

R30 587

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

2 stops41h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 15/7

3 stops44h 05m

R31 060

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop25h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

1 stop41h 50m

R31 550

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/6

3 stops32h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

3 stops32h 20m

R34 749

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/6

2 stops38h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 2/7

2 stops52h 25m

R34 822

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When is the best time to 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 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 84 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 19 May 2024.
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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. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

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Temperature

8 - 20 °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 May 2024.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 937 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Cathay Pacific
7,8
Good
1 073 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 369 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,7

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

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 6 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to Melbourne for under R23 500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Melbourne for under R23 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R23 408, but on average you can expect to pay R37 675.

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

    According to our current data, Emirates (R30 187), Singapore Airlines (R31 550), and Cathay Pacific (R34 822) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Melbourne.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Before booking your flight from Cape Town to Melbourne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Cathay Pacific, Emirates or Ethiopian Air.

  • What does CPT to MEL mean?

    Great question - CPT to MEL just means Cape Town Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

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

    Cape Town to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Doha 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 Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, or Dubai Creek. Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, and Dubai Creek are located about 11,0 km, 7,0 km, and 3,7 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R372 per day.

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

    Cape Town to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Johannesburg least often. Cape Town to Melbourne flights stopping in Singapore are the next rarest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 21/5.

  • When is the best time 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 R1 034). Flying from Cape Town to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 316). 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 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 566AverageR21 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 552AverageR25 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 829AverageR24 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR24 874AverageR26 008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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