Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Popular airlines from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)

Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Singapore Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan. - Mon, 23 Feb.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,672 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$1,672
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Mon, 23 Feb., priced at AU$1,672 found 2 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar. - Tue, 17 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,674 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,674
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Tue, 17 Mar., priced at AU$1,674 found 6 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb. - Wed, 1 Apr.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,676 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,676
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 2 Feb. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Wed, 1 Apr., priced at AU$1,676 found 4 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar. - Tue, 17 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,678 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,678
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 3 Mar. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Tue, 17 Mar., priced at AU$1,678 found 6 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar. - Tue, 17 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,680 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,680
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Tue, 17 Mar., priced at AU$1,680 found 6 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, 17 Feb. - Thu, 19 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,681 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,681
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 17 Feb. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Thu, 19 Mar., priced at AU$1,681 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, 12 Oct. - Sat, 25 Oct.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,846 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,846
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, 12 Oct. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Sat, 25 Oct., priced at AU$1,846 found 4 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 4 Nov. - Thu, 20 Nov.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,020 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$2,020
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Thu, 20 Nov., priced at AU$2,020 found 4 days ago
Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Jan. - Mon, 23 Feb.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,096 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$2,096
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Mon, 23 Feb., priced at AU$2,096 found 2 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 26 Jan. - Mon, 23 Feb.
MEL
Melbourne
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,096 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$2,096
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan. from Melbourne to Cape Town, returning Mon, 23 Feb., priced at AU$2,096 found 2 hours ago
Flight from Melbourne to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$1,672
Distance
10244 km

Your quick guide to flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Tullamarine Airport to CPT?
Based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) start from AU$1,672. Book today to secure the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CPT?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MEL to Cape Town Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Melbourne to Cape Town is around 10 300 kilometres, so get ready to spend quite a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your hoodie to your headphones. Take a couple of snacks to munch on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Flying directly between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) isn't possible right now. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to Cape Town with at least one stop.
Are Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cape Town Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to pick up a fantastic last-minute deal from Tullamarine Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), but it's also possible to miss out altogether! As many airlines publish prices up to a year in advance, it's worth keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you spot a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals often, so you can feel confident knowing you're always seeing the latest offers.

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