Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cape Town (CPT) from AU$954

Popular airlines among travellers

Qatar Airways
Emirates
Virgin Australia
Singapore Airlines
Cathay Pacific
Malaysia Airlines
KLM
Turkish Airlines
Lufthansa
    Plan, book, fly with confidence
  • trending down icon
    Be in the know
    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
  • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Book smarter
    Save up to 35% on select hotels after you book a flight*
  • payments icon
    Earn twice
    Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$954 for one-way flights and AU$1,778 for round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
Singapore Airlines
Qantas Airways
Flight from Melbourne to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, KLM, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$1,778
Distance
10244 km

Your quick guide to flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

Pick up great flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Melbourne to Cape Town. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Melbourne to Cape Town that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Melbourne to Cape Town

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,778 to AU$2,054, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cape Town around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Cape Town is normally in May.

Reasons to book your flight from Melbourne to Cape Town with Expedia

Expedia makes it easy to find, book, and travel, with everything you need all in one place. When you enter your travel details, find fantastic deals just for you on flight tickets from Melbourne to Cape Town across all the main airline carriers, so you can save time, dollars, and hassle finding the perfect flight. If you think your plans could change, choose refundable flights so any changes won’t cost you more. Book your flight to Cape Town right now and, if you join Expedia Rewards, you earn points this time and every time you travel with Expedia.

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$1,778. 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.
Melbourne Airports

Melbourne

*Available to Expedia members.