CPT - MEL

$740 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne departing on 20/7. 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.
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Cheapest return fare
$1,344
Overall average: $1,704
Turkish Airlines
Fri 17/4Thu 7/5
CPT - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$740
Typical prices: $980-$1,416
Turkish Airlines
Mon 20/7
CPT - MEL • 2 stops
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Turkish Airlines
Cheapest • from $1,344 (return)
Singapore Airlines
Best reviews • 8.2 score
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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May
Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne (CPT-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cape Town to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

Fri, 17 Apr - Thu, 7 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:50
CPT
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MEL
63h 15m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
50h 30m
2 stops
$1,344Turkish Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 21:20
CPT
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MEL
43h 05m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:20 - 11:50
MEL
-
CPT
50h 30m
2 stops
$1,406Turkish Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 21:20
CPT
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MEL
43h 05m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:20 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
50h 30m
2 stops
$1,409Turkish Airlines
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
$1,563Qatar Airways
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
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18:55 - 10:20
CPT
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MEL
54h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
$1,611Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
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19:00 - 06:00
CPT
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MEL
26h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 17:25
MEL
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CPT
34h 15m
1 stop
$1,664Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 17:25
MEL
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CPT
34h 15m
1 stop
$1,690Qatar Airways
Sun, 8 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 17:50
CPT
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MEL
44h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 17:25
MEL
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CPT
34h 15m
1 stop
$1,700Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:00 - 19:20
CPT
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MEL
25h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 22:50
MEL
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CPT
25h 35m
2 stops
$1,724Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
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07:00 - 23:00
CPT
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MEL
31h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 11:10
MEL
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CPT
28h 35m
2 stops
$1,734Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport is May, where tickets cost $1,536 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,995 and $1,943 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$740
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
Flight from Cape Town to Melbourne

When to book flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Cape Town to Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport was $740 for a one-way ticket and $1,344 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Cape Town and Melbourne are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Cape Town from Cape Town Intl and will be arriving at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Melbourne, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne, Singapore Airlines or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cape Town to Melbourne are Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,444 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,489 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cape Town to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Cape Town to Melbourne? 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 1440 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.8Food
8.3Boarding
8.0Entertainment
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Food was served to different people at different times and it wasn't clear why. The crew apologized for the wait. But it felt odd and inconsistent. They could use charging ports on each of the seats. Mine didn't have any. Also, they could've offered more snacks. It was a 12+ hour flight and no snacks were ever offered. Everything else was OK.

10.0 ExcellentJaysin, Jan 2026
SGN - SIN
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Food was served to different people at different times and it wasn't clear why. The crew apologized for the wait. But it felt odd and inconsistent. They could use charging ports on each of the seats. Mine didn't have any. Also, they could've offered more snacks. It was a 12+ hour flight and no snacks were ever offered. Everything else was OK.

I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

The crew was very courteous and professional. the flight is relatively clean and comfortable.

a completely full flight - felt quite carmped in, despite being on the window seat. Meal served could better. Surely different from pre-covid trips I used to take to and from Bangkok.

Food was just okay, need to improve for other menu variations

The consistency with Singapore Airlines is fantastic. Crew are always brilliant and food delicious in business class

Wish the seat don’t have restrictions, can’t fully insert backpack all the way inside.

Best service airline. The cabin crew is attentive and friendly. Inflight entertainment system is good

Best airline I think. No problems with anything. Crew were great, no problems with the airline food and entertainment and a smooth flight.

The business class seats were very uncomfortable. When in lie flat position my legs were very restricted.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The boarding process was awful-the computers were down and there was no way to check in. Took extremely long, very chaotic and no guarantee our bags were even getting on the plane. I was also delayed and took away from any time i had to catch a connecting flight.

Flight departed punctually on time. Unfortunately it seems because the destination airport is a secondary airport the airline sees it fit to operate a plane with lower comfort and offerings. There was no inflight entertainment, wifi or let alone a screen to at least track flight status for remaining flight time.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

The flight was delayed and one member of the crew was a bit rude. But apart from that all good.

The flight overall was good. The attendants did a good job except that 1 female had too much fragrance on. The other things that made the flight unpleasant were out of the airlines control.

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!

Space between seats is challenging but otherwise excellent service in every way.

The fact that my flight was cancelled and made wait for 14 Fing hours to booka flightto a neighboring country.... never again

Luggage never made it it’s been 2 days and no proper update

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

My experience with Turkish Airlines was good. I didn’t get the meal I ordered. So I didn’t have anything to eat which was disappointing.

Excellent food and service on my international flight. Most notable is the food provided by Turkish even for coach passengers is very good.

The food and drinks were below the normal standard we expect from Turkish Airlines. On a 4 hour flight we received 1 drinks service and 1 food service, the latter was a cheese omlete, which is well below what we have received in the past, such a shame we always recommend this airline..

The only hiccup was a change of plane and the resulting delayed departure, otherwise everything was more than OK.

THE SEATS ARE A JOKE!!!! YOU CALL THIS BUSINESS CLASS SEATS ? ITS A DISGRACE.. NARROW, CLAUSTRIPHOBIC SEATS CAN NEVER BE COMPENSATED FOR BY FOCUSING ON BETTER WUALITY FOOD SERVED....... THE CONFORT OF THE SEATS AND THE WIDTH & PITCH OF THE SEATS ARE WAY MORE IMP. THAN FOOD THAT TK IS FOCUSING ON... WILL NEVER FLY AGAIN EVEN IF THE PRICE OF BUSINESS CLASS SEAT IS SAME AS ECONOMY CLASS..... JAL/ QATAR/ EMIRATES HAS WAYYYY MORE COMFY SEATS

The entertainment center of my seat wasn’t working. I asked the crew many times to restart it and they that will be done by the next crew that take control of the flight in São Paulo. Bad attitude during the whole flight

Boarded almost 48 hrs later after a scheduling change on my initial flight that was not communicated either by kayak of SAA.

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.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

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