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Cheapest return flight
$1,615
Typical prices: $1,877-$2,665
Singapore Airlines
Sat 10/2Sun 18/2
SYD - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,081
Typical prices: $1,071-$1,713
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/10
SYD - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $2,073 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 19h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Cape Town (SYD-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Cape Town

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
$1,615Singapore Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
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12:15 - 09:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 10m2 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
$1,640Singapore Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 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
$1,799Qatar Airways
Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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15:50 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,823Qatar Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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16:50 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
53h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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19:25 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
38h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,920Multiple Airlines
Sun, 14 Mar - Sat, 1 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
53h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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16:35 - 06:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
53h 35m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,930Multiple Airlines
Sun, 14 Mar - Sat, 1 May
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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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13:15 - 06:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,963Virgin Australia
Thu, 25 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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19:15 - 17:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 10m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 06:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,201Virgin Australia
Tue, 16 Mar - Tue, 4 May
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 16:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:15 - 06:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,216Emirates
Thu, 11 Mar - Wed, 28 Apr
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21:10 - 18:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:15 - 06:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,216Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Cape Town?

Return flights from Sydney to Cape Town start at $1,615. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,877 to $2,665. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,615 on Singapore Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Cape Town?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Cape Town and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cape Town at $1,793 return.
•December ($2,816) and September ($2,497) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sydney to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Cape Town are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sydney to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$1,081
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney 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 Sydney to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Cape Town?

    Flights from Sydney to Cape Town usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Cape Town?

    On the Sydney to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 12%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,091 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,358 – a $267 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Fish Hoek Beach is one of the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 11% above the route average of $2,209. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 17,673 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,615 to $13,157. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,363.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 15m, compared to 23h 26m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 28h 02m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 8 hours behind Sydney (South Africa Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Cape Town range from $1,877 to $2,665, with an average of $2,209 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,877 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,091 – about $267 less than Thursday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average $1,793 return in that month – typically $1,022 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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