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Cheapest return flight
R18 412
Typical prices: R18 003-R22 394
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/11Sat 24/11
CPT - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 783
Typical prices: R10 782-R15 337
Qatar Airways
Sun 25/11
CPT - MEL • 1 stop
When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 12% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R20 910 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 26h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne (CPT-MEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
44h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 17:25MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 412Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
44h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 17:25MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 428Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 16:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 15:15MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 956Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 16:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 13:25MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 431Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 18:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 - 22:50MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 909Qantas Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
Qantas Airways Logo
14:00 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
20h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 - 19:55MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 058Qantas Airways
7 hours ago
Tue, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 14
South African Logo
9:00 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth
South African Logo
18:45 - 11:40MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 553South African
1 day ago
Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 10:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi
Emirates Logo
12:05 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
R24 862Emirates
13 hours ago
Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 10:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi
Emirates Logo
12:05 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
R24 978Emirates
3+ days ago
Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 3
South African Logo
14:15 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
23h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth
South African Logo
20:45 - 11:40MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 55m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
R66 355South African
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Melbourne Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport typically range from R18 003 to R22 394. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 412 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport at R17 785 return.
•July (R22 437) and December (R21 926) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% 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 Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R9 783
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Melbourne

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 26h 33m and 27h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Melbourne Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport range from R18 003 to R22 394, with an average of R20 230 over the past 12 months. Anything below R18 003 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the R20 230 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport 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 R18 412 to R172 025. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 172, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R213 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Simba Car Hire

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

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

    Connecting flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 39% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R18 263 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R21 266, a difference of R3 003.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 Melbourne Airport?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 26h 33m, compared to 27h 59m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 9 hours ahead of Cape Town (Eastern Australia Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Marvel Stadium is one of the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Melbourne Airport 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 and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R18 263, about R3 003 less than Saturday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Melbourne Airport trip for September. Fares historically average R17 785 return in that month – typically R4 652 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG

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