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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sydney from R9 737

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SYD
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or October, 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 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 801

One-way from

R9 737

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 530
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 21/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R31 092 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 382 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 24 March 2025.

Wed 21/59:00CPT - SYD
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 29/59:30SYD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3R18 801
Thu 8/513:00CPT - SYD
1 stop44h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 21/57:15SYD - CPT
3 stops35h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R19 201
Mon 12/59:00CPT - SYD
2 stops28h 50mSouth African
Mon 26/513:45SYD - CPT
2 stops29h 10mSouth African
Deal found 24/3R19 565
Tue 15/419:35CPT - SYD
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/59:30SYD - CPT
1 stop37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R20 002
Tue 15/416:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/520:55SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/3R22 095
Sat 11/1010:40CPT - SYD
2 stops39h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sun 2/119:05SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3R24 807
Mon 13/1013:05CPT - SYD
2 stops33h 35mEmirates
Sun 2/115:00SYD - CPT
1 stop43h 45mEmirates
Deal found 23/3R25 917
Mon 13/1014:35CPT - SYD
3 stops35h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 31/1012:10SYD - CPT
3 stops35h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/3R50 960
Tue 14/1023:35CPT - SYD
2 stops47h 10mKLM
Fri 31/1011:15SYD - CPT
2 stops43h 40mKLM
Deal found 23/3R66 449

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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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Price

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/5

9:00-14:45

1 stop21h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

9:30-22:50

1 stop21h 20m

R18 801

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/5

7:15-10:50

3 stops35h 35m

R19 201

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/5

9:00-21:50

2 stops28h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/5

13:45-10:55

2 stops29h 10m

R19 565

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

19:35-14:45

1 stop35h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/5

9:30-14:35

1 stop37h 05m

R20 002

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

16:35-19:00

2 stops42h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

20:55-11:50

2 stops46h 55m

R22 095

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

13:05-17:20

1 stop44h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

20:10-11:35

1 stop47h 25m

R27 045

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/6

10:40-10:00

3 stops39h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 29/6

13:05-13:45

3 stops32h 40m

R65 466

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/4

23:15-6:25

2 stops47h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

11:45-21:10

3 stops41h 25m

R138 121

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

13:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

R9 737

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/6

7:00-10:50

2 stops43h 50m

R11 484

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Sydney

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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 21 March 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 038). 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 24 March 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 24 March 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
1 319 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
7,5
Good
810 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
3 539 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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 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 (R18 801), Qatar Airways (R19 201), and South African (R19 565) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Sydney. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 14% 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 R9 737. Users have also found prices from R12 121 and R12 267 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 R351 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 038). 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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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 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 438AverageR19 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 117AverageR20 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 402AverageR21 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 419AverageR20 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 259AverageR22 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR21 191AverageR22 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 517AverageR26 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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