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Cheapest return flight
$1,600
Typical prices: $1,827-$2,611
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Thu 15/11Thu 22/11
PER - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$927
Typical prices: $1,113-$1,674
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Fri 19/10
MEL - CPT • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights to Cape Town

 
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Recent return flight deals to Cape Town

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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21:10 - 13:25PER  Perth-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 15m3 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 12:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-PER Perth
19h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$1,600Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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02:30 - 23:00PER  Perth-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
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00:55 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-PER Perth
42h 35m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,600Turkish Airlines
Wed, 10 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
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19:10 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$1,614Singapore Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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15:50 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
$1,699Singapore Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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23:50 - 11:10PER  Perth-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:00 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-PER Perth
24h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,718South African
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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23:50 - 11:10PER  Perth-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:00 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-PER Perth
24h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,735South African
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
17:10 - 10:30MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 23:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,828Virgin Australia
Thu, 14 Jan - Thu, 11 Mar
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23:40 - 17:25MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
44h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,832Virgin Australia
Sun, 7 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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15:50 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,850Qatar Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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15:50 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,859Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Australia to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Australia to Cape Town with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Cape Town?

Perth to Cape Town is the cheapest route at $1,600 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Melbourne Airport to Cape Town is the most popular connection with return deals from $1,828.

How much is a flight to Cape Town?

A return flight to Cape Town costs $2,167 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Cairns average $1,991, while Brisbane runs a bit higher at $2,066.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town at $2,106 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $2,319.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town with an average price of $1,717 return.
•December ($2,851) and July ($2,367) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town?

Night flights to Cape Town are the cheapest at $2,110 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $2,371.

What is a good deal for flights to Cape Town?

Flights under $1,827 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Cape Town at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Brisbane $1,749
•Perth $1,788.

When are flights to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights to Cape Town are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Cape Town

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$927
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (32% more expensive on average)
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Cape Town, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I get a taxi from Cape Town Airport into Cape Town?

    Once you’ve collected your luggage, head outside of the terminal building on the arrivals level (Ground Level); here, you will find the taxi stand. Touch Down Taxis is the airport’s authorised taxi provider. A fare into Cape Town should cost somewhere around R 300 to R 400 (approximately A$ 28 to A$ 38). However, if you pre-book your ride, you can often get a cheaper price of around R 260 to R 310 (approximately A$ 24 to A$ 30).

  • Where should I wait if I’m getting picked up from Cape Town Airport?

    Cape Town Airport has a dedicated parking area for passenger pick-up and drop-off. Parkade P1 is close to the terminal building, and the first 20min are free. The area is clearly signposted throughout the airport precinct, so your ride can simply follow the signs to find the car park. Once you’ve cleared customs and collected your bags, head outside the terminal building and you should see Parkade P1 to your right. If your ride is parked for 21-40min, the cost will be around R 22 (approximately A$ 2). For 41-60min, the cost is around R 53 (approximately A$ 5) and for longer stays, the cost is around R 60 (approximately A$ 5.60) per hour or part thereof.

  • What public transport options can bring me to Cape Town centre?

    For a convenient ride into the city, travellers can benefit from the MyCiti Bus Services that departs every 20min from the airport. The drive takes about 30min and travellers can buy their myconnect cards at the ticket kiosk at the Central Terminal building. Alternatively, you can inquire about shuttle buses at the Information Desk in the arrivals area.

  • Does Cape Town Airport have anything in store for children?

    Travelling with children can take its toll on families, but kids can stretch their legs after a long flight to Cape Town at one of the children’s play areas at Cape Town Airport. The easiest way to find them is by enquiring at the Information Desk in the Arrivals Area.

  • Does the Cape Town International Airport feature an onsite hotel?

    If you need a quick rest after a long flight or want to stay close to the airport, you can opt for the Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport. The hotel is situated on the airport grounds, so travellers are as close as it gets.

  • What is the best route to take when driving into Cape Town from the airport?

    With Cape Town only a 20min drive away, driving into the city yourself is a quick and convenient choice. The best route to take is via the N2 that passes the Table Mountain National Park. The exit to get to Cape Town from the N2 is Strand Street.

  • Where can I find the rental car centre at Cape Town Airport?

    A range of car hire agencies are situated onsite the airport grounds, including Avis, Woodford, and Hertz. All companies have their location in front of the Transport Plaza and Central Terminal building, a quick walk from the Arrivals Area. Pedestrian subways guide travellers to the rental centre.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Cape Town?

    Qantas Airways operates the most flights from Australia to Cape Town at 0 per week, while Qatar Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Australia to Cape Town. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Cape Town?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Cape Town are from:
    • Melbourne, from $1,828 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Cape Town is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Cape Town is around $1,827 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Cape Town?

    Last-minute fares to Cape Town – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 10% above the average return fare of $2,167.

Your guide to booking Cape Town flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Cape Town, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Cape Town, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $1,827 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Cape Town in February. Return fares historically average $1,717 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $261 per return. Evening flights to Cape Town average $2,110 compared to $2,371 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Once you arrive in Cape Town, a great place to start is Fish Hoek Beach. It is popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) has a single terminal building divided into three concourses. The international concourse and domestic concourse are connected via the central terminal.
  • If you need a quiet moment of devotion after arriving in Cape Town, you will find a prayer room and mosque beside the airport’s police station.
  • Cape Town Airport is equipped to welcome passengers with special needs. The entire airport precinct is wheelchair accessible, with lifts, ramps, modified bathrooms and more. If you require special assistance, be sure to inform your airline at least 48h before you’re due to fly to Cape Town.
  • Various airlines flying to Cape Town start from different Australian cities, including Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide. However, if you want to fly with only one stop on the way, consider Qatar Airways or Emirates airlines for a more direct route.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) not only puts you within a convenient driving distance from the South African capital, it's also only 40min by car from the university town of Stellenbosch. Additionally, the airport is also situated only 25min drive from the Wolfgat Nature Reserve and False Bay in the south.
  • When you arrive in Cape Town hungry and in need of good fix, head to the third floor where one of the largest Spur restaurants of the African Continent is located. The South African steakhouse overlooks the airside of the terminal, allowing you to watch planes take off and land while eating.
  • If you need additional information on bus departures, sleeping options, or anything else, head to the Information Desk that is located in Domestic Arrivals on the ground floor of the airport. Although many shops and the security check-in close in the evening, the information desk is available 24/7.
  • There are ample parking spaces available at the airport, both long- and short-term. Fares are approximately 150 Rand (A$ 15) per 24h. Valet parking services are also offered for your convenience.
  • Regardless of which terminal you arrive at, your baby can be taken care of. Baby-changing facilities are located in almost every women’s washroom of the Domestic and International Terminal.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Cape Town

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1606 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.8Food
8.3Boarding
8.6Crew
8.1Entertainment
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I had the worst experience of my life in travel. Due to circumstances beyond my control (catastrophic traffic accidents on the highway between Gold Coast and Brisbane) I missed my flight for the first time ever. Because I booked through Kayak Singapore Airlines were not interested in helping me. They told me to contact the agent that I booked through. I was extremely stressed as I had connecting flights in Europe. First Kayak told me that the next available flights were in four days time. Then they told me that they could do it but at a cost of $2600 AUD. When I agreed he told me that he was having trouble getting it through Singapore’s system and he would contact me further once it had been done. When I had not heard from him after several hours, I phoned Kayak again, spoke to a different person who said he could do it for $8200. I declined and told him to cancel the booking. The worst part of this experience was that I had booked 5 flights altogether with Singapore including Premium Economy on two legs and Singapore cancelled all my flights including the return legs leaving me with having to completely reschedule my entire trip. Kayak refunded me $2000 from $5200, obviously leaving me out of pocket. This has left me feeling that I will never deal with Kayak or Singapore Airlines again.

2.0 MediocreJanine, July 2026
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I had the worst experience of my life in travel. Due to circumstances beyond my control (catastrophic traffic accidents on the highway between Gold Coast and Brisbane) I missed my flight for the first time ever. Because I booked through Kayak Singapore Airlines were not interested in helping me. They told me to contact the agent that I booked through. I was extremely stressed as I had connecting flights in Europe. First Kayak told me that the next available flights were in four days time. Then they told me that they could do it but at a cost of $2600 AUD. When I agreed he told me that he was having trouble getting it through Singapore’s system and he would contact me further once it had been done. When I had not heard from him after several hours, I phoned Kayak again, spoke to a different person who said he could do it for $8200. I declined and told him to cancel the booking. The worst part of this experience was that I had booked 5 flights altogether with Singapore including Premium Economy on two legs and Singapore cancelled all my flights including the return legs leaving me with having to completely reschedule my entire trip. Kayak refunded me $2000 from $5200, obviously leaving me out of pocket. This has left me feeling that I will never deal with Kayak or Singapore Airlines again.

Crew were so busy Anna so awesome. I was in a seat that got my food nearly last but the crew were Just awesome.

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

Horrendous. We upgraded and they took the money but cancelled one of our tickets. The recline action didn’t work on the seats for the flight from Singapore to London, pre booked meals but they seemed to have disappeared as well.. Phone customer service was horrendous. Took 5 phone calls and no fix. Craig at the airport was the only one who seemed to be able to get the ticket back.

Food could have been better. Too many passengers getting up and down all the time.

Delayed 1hour due to storm still didn't get window seat for third flight despite paying £240 extra to book them

It was an average flight. I would have expected more from this airline. Food, seats, service, etc was just average. I just give them some extra points for offering free WiFi on board with just a Krisflyer account.

Check in was easy through self-check-in kiosks just like domestic flights. Staff onboard were fantastic. Some "book the cook" good options weren't great, others really good. Entertainment options a bit limited to what I've experienced on Qantas. Overall a good flight though, especially for the price.

Could not really fault anything. We had a really short time between flights (about 45 mins), and had to get across the other side of the terminal. But we made it and crew were helpful. Food was good and service for the kids was great.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

The plane was very old and uncomfortable. Service was very slow!

On both legs of my trips (Jhb - Dxb and Dxb - Jhb) the entertainment system did not work.

Great experience all-round. From re-checking baggage directly before leaving the arrivals hall (coming from international), to fast and friendly boarding, to complimentary drinks and snacks on board. This was a very pleasant experience - even my luggage was delivered on the belt very quickly and it was a wonderful end to a 28 hour transit.

I had a very good experience from boarding to arrivals.

I had booked a ticket for a 6:40 am departure in July 2025, but it appears there was a change to 8;00 am, which meant I missed my connecting flight which departed 10 m minutes before I landed. I had seen this problem only the previous day and try to resolve it with South African air, but they are very uncooperative on the phone. All they could say was all flights were fully booked and I ended up buying paying $2,000+ to secure a ticket for my family to ensure we got out of South Africa by Monday, which am currently pursuing with the airline.

Excellent airline. Even with 1.5 hour flight, we got light meal on board

South African Airways on the outside, a very old shabby Qatar Airways plane on the inside

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

New aircraft and flight was running on time, but adverse weather conditions meant we were unable to land on the first two approaches. Third attempt resulted in a very smooth and safe landing.

Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

Flight cancelled due to broken seat. $8 refreshment voucher barely bought a coffee. 3 hours to next flight. Also then delayed.

There were no food or entertainment on this short flight. Friendly staff even before getting on the flight. The seats were snug but it was quick flight

Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

Very friendly staff. No food service and no entertainment. Only 1hr 20min flight

High fees for excess checked baggage and somehow ridiculous rules for carry on bags.

Flight was late, food and drink an extra charge, my carry on is five rows behind me, and the seats are too narrow. Don’t ask me to be happy about it

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

Overall the crew were friendlier than similar premium airlines like Cathay or Singapore. Seat was good. Food was excellent.. the starlink wifi was a real plus. The entertainment was just ok.

Very poor No information given to why we turned around.. No one at airport to help

Friendly and discreet staff. Could have done with a few more offers of water/snacks overnight. Movie and tv selection notably poor. Seats not especially comfortable

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

The check-in and crew staff were wonderful. The food was reasonable. The online side Qatar was very poor. Seats were very tight and not very comfortable for a 14 hour flight!

It was excellent in all respects. I don’t think it needs any improvement

Qatar Airways did a very good job. Flights were slightly delayed with boarding but pilots made up time by arrival. The food was OK, no better or worse than other airlines. Although it would be nice to have three meals during 16 hours flight instead of two.

I found it weird that the quality of the flight different from Australia to Doha than the Doha to Berlin leg. The quality of the toiletries pack (was in a box from Australia) and then a proper bag from Doha. The biggest variation was the inflight entertainment, which had a significantly shorter amount of content compared to the Doha flight. My QSuite seat was also broken and did not recline all the way flat. Wasn’t the best and I wouldn’t be happy if I’d paid cash for the flight.

The plane from Dublin to Doha was quite comfortable. I was in economy and the seats and rows were very tight. The man in front of me reclined his seat and it made my screen incredibly close to my face and I wasn’t able to take my tray down and my knees were pressed against the seat. I had to ask three times for him to pull his seat up but in his defence he hadn’t even reclined it far, the rows were just too close. I had a pain in my side by the end of the flight from the chairs which were quite worn and not very padded or supportive. It was a significantly inferior plane to the plane from Doha to Sydney and vice versa.

Just snacks, could have more options.boarding was good. Everything else was good. We had a very bad experience with Qatar airways. We were deplaned a few minutes after boarding the flight. Had to wait 8 hours at the airport for the next replacement aircraft to take off. Had a harrowing experience. Were offered coupons for a small meal at the airport. Uncertainty caused a lot of stress and I got a cold and flu like symptoms.

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