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Cheapest return flight
R16 607
Typical prices: R17 503-R22 642
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/11Sat 17/11
CPT - BNE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 834
Typical prices: R11 632-R15 883
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/3
CPT - BNE • 1 stop
When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 14% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R19 481 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 22h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Brisbane (CPT-BNE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Brisbane

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 17:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
44h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:55 - 17:25BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 607Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 8:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
35h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
21:55 - 17:25BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 998Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 3
Qantas Airways Logo
9:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
24h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
19:50 - 19:55BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 430Qantas Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
24h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 22:50BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 430Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 22:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
44h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 22:50BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 856Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 18:00BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R21 214Emirates
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 15
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
21h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
5:00 - 22:50BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m3 stops Melbourne Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 654Qantas Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 16:45BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R24 861Emirates
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16
South African Logo
11:05 - 5:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
34h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth
South African Logo
18:10 - 10:25BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R32 530South African
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3
South African Logo
11:05 - 23:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNE Brisbane
28h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth
South African Logo
12:30 - 17:30BNE  Brisbane-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 00m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R63 578South African
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Brisbane flights

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

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Brisbane start at R16 607. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R17 503 to R22 642. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 607 on Qatar Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Brisbane and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Brisbane at R17 079 return.
•January (R22 728) and December (R21 524) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Brisbane the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Brisbane are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Brisbane flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R9 834
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Brisbane

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Brisbane based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Brisbane flight questions, answered

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Brisbane:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Brisbane. Flights with 1 stopover take between 22h 44m and 28h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Brisbane range from R17 503 to R22 642, with an average of R19 789 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 503 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of R19 789. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Brisbane 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 R16 607 to R97 482. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Brisbane are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R16 102, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

    Brisbane Airport (BNE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R174 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Alpha
    • EverythingFleet

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Brisbane usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Brisbane (BNE).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 86% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Cape Town to Brisbane route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 584 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R20 791, a difference of R3 207. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 44m, compared to 28h 36m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 28h 59m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Brisbane 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R17 584 – about R3 207 less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Brisbane trip for March. Fares historically average R17 079 return in that month – typically R5 650 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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