Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Amazing MEL to CPT Flight Deals

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Sun., 29 Dec. - Mon., 13 Jan.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$3,583 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$3,583
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sun., 29 Dec. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Mon., 13 Jan., priced at AU$3,583 found 6 days ago
Sun., 29 Dec. - Sat., 11 Jan.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$4,334 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$4,334
Return
found 6 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Sun., 29 Dec. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Sat., 11 Jan., priced at AU$4,334 found 6 days ago
Thu., 26 Dec. - Fri., 10 Jan.
AVV
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$5,181 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$5,181
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu., 26 Dec. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Fri., 10 Jan., priced at AU$5,181 found 6 days ago
Thu., 26 Dec. - Fri., 10 Jan.
AVV
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$5,183 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$5,183
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu., 26 Dec. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Fri., 10 Jan., priced at AU$5,183 found 6 days ago
Thu., 26 Dec. - Fri., 10 Jan.
AVV
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$5,279 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$5,279
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu., 26 Dec. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Fri., 10 Jan., priced at AU$5,279 found 6 days ago
Thu., 26 Dec. - Fri., 10 Jan.
AVV
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$5,361 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$5,361
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu., 26 Dec. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Fri., 10 Jan., priced at AU$5,361 found 6 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from MEL to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
The average flight time between Melbourne and Cape Town is 23 hours and 45 minutes. Seriously. Fill up your laptop with TV. Whip out that ugly neck pillow. It’s all about chillaxing on this long ride.
Are there non-stop flights between MEL and Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you were leaning towards opening up your own airline business, perhaps you could begin by offering a direct flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CPT. There ain’t no one else doing it, so you’d be the fastest carrier working the route. If the piggy bank doesn’t have quite enough in it to fund such a grand business venture, then you’ll just have to go for one of the following airlines which offer flights with just one stopover — Iberia, Emirates, or Qatar Airways.
What airlines fly non-stop from MEL to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Unfortunately, no one’s had the bright idea of doing a direct route between Tullamarine Airport and Cape Town Intl. Airport. That means you can expect at least one stopover.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
Looking at lastminute.com.au travel demand in 2021, Wednesdays and Sundays are often the best days to book flights, when prices are generally at their cheapest. You may be tempted to wait to finalise your booking on Saturdays, but our data tells us ticket prices are actually highest on Saturdays. Something to consider when planning your next holiday!
What is the cheapest month to fly?
Here’s the lowdown on the lowest airfares: May is the cheapest month to fly. When looking at 2021 flight demand on lastminute.com.au, flights departing in May generally have the lowest ticket prices. As for the most expensive month to fly, our demand data found that on average, airfares are highest in December.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Itching to book your dream trip? We totally get it. You can start looking at flights on lastminute.com.au as early as 12 months in advance, but just keep in mind some airlines may not release all their available fares that early. But good news for last minute travellers, with 2021 lastminute.com.au data proving spontaneous travellers can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on lastminute.com.au from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Tullamarine to Cape Town Intl. Flight
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Origin city name
Melbourne
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination city name
Cape Town
Distance
10244 km

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*Prices are "from" prices based on the lowest available fare on the sample travel dates for one adult and will be confirmed prior to any payment being made. The price is not guaranteed until paid in full by cleared funds and your tickets are issued. Fees may apply for checked baggage. There may be an additional fee based on your payment type and flight selected. Total purchase price, inclusive of any applicable fees, is displayed on the flight details page prior to booking confirmation. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Fares may be non-refundable (subject to applicable laws) and are not transferable. Name changes may not be permitted.Offers are subject to availability and may be discontinued without notice. Conditions apply.