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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sydney from R10 652

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SYD
apr. 20 — apr. 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or March, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Sydney (SYD). 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 15 april 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 923

One-way from

R10 652

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 891
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 17/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
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16/5
  • 16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R42 008 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 771 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 april 2025.

lør. 17/59:00CPT - SYD
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
man. 2/69:30SYD - CPT
1 stop35h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4R19 923
fre. 9/57:00CPT - SYD
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
tor. 22/514:05SYD - CPT
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R20 131
lør. 17/514:15CPT - SYD
2 stops23h 35mSouth African
man. 2/618:15SYD - CPT
2 stops24h 10mSouth African
Deal found 14/4R20 169
man. 13/1010:40CPT - SYD
2 stops39h 45mSingapore Airlines
tor. 13/119:05SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R22 137
ons. 7/513:00CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 10mQatar Airways
lør. 31/514:15SYD - CPT
2 stops52h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R22 459
fre. 12/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 30mTurkish Airlines
ons. 7/121:40SYD - CPT
2 stops47h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R22 686
man. 1/1213:40CPT - SYD
1 stop32h 20mEmirates
ons. 31/1221:45SYD - CPT
1 stop46h 55mEmirates
Deal found 15/4R24 805
man. 13/1010:40CPT - SYD
3 stops39h 20mMalaysia Airlines
tor. 13/1112:10SYD - CPT
3 stops34h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 14/4R49 325

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Sydney that are best for you.

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Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

lør. 17/5

9:00-14:45

1 stop21h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

man. 2/6

9:30-12:40

1 stop35h 10m

R19 923

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

fre. 9/5

7:00-20:10

2 stops29h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

tor. 22/5

14:05-21:10

2 stops39h 05m

R20 131

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

lør. 17/5

14:15-21:50

2 stops23h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

man. 2/6

18:15-10:25

2 stops24h 10m

R20 169

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

ons. 7/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lør. 31/5

14:15-10:50

2 stops52h 35m

R22 459

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

fre. 27/6

16:35-19:00

2 stops42h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

tir. 15/7

20:55-11:50

2 stops46h 55m

R23 840

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

tir. 6/5

18:25-17:20

1 stop38h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

søn. 25/5

6:00-16:50

1 stop42h 50m

R25 429

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

man. 28/4

10:40-22:20

3 stops27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

tor. 1/5

15:00-9:25

2 stops26h 25m

R43 082

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

lør. 17/5

15:25-10:00

3 stops34h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

søn. 1/6

13:05-13:45

3 stops32h 40m

R50 972

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

lør. 26/4

23:15-6:30

3 stops47h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

fre. 2/5

10:20-21:25

2 stops43h 05m

R81 036

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

fre. 16/5

20:55-20:10

2 stops39h 15m

R10 652

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Sydney, you should look to book at least 13 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 Sydney?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney (average of R1 030). Flying from Cape Town to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 april 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Cape Town to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 15 april 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
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Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
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Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 323 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
818 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 553 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways (R19 923), South African (R20 169), and Qatar Airways (R22 459) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Sydney. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 11% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 690. Users have also found prices from R12 582 and R12 733 on Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Sydney that have stopovers, most of them stop in Johannesburg. Cape Town to Sydney flights stop in Singapore the next most.

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

    Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium are currently the most popular points of interest in Johannesburg at the moment. Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery and Johannesburg Planetarium are located about 25,0 km, 20,1 km, and 21,6 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R431 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Cape Town to Sydney flights have a stopover in Doha least often. Dubai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Sydney.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney (average of R1 030). Flying from Cape Town to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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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Singapore Airlines flights from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Sydney

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Sydney. 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 15 april 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 145AverageR20 010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 569AverageR21 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 971AverageR22 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR20 145AverageR21 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 060AverageR23 586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR22 029AverageR23 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR24 024AverageR27 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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