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Cheapest return flight
R19 151
Typical prices: R21 840-R31 013
Singapore Airlines
Sat 24/2Thu 8/3
SYD - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R12 893
Typical prices: R12 465-R19 937
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/10
SYD - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R24 125 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 19h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Cape Town (SYD-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Cape Town

Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 8
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15:50 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 17:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R19 151Singapore Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 27
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15:50 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R19 249Singapore Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 8
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8:05 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 21:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
49h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R19 821Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 18
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19:10 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R20 965Singapore Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Wed, Mar 3
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19:10 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R21 684Singapore Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:05 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R21 897Singapore Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:05 - 9:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R22 011Singapore Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 13:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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12:35 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R22 060Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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15:50 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R22 076Virgin Australia
Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 8
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15:50 - 10:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 6:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R22 093Virgin Australia
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Sydney to Cape Town start at R19 151. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R21 840 to R31 013. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R19 151 on Singapore Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Cape Town and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cape Town at R20 867 return.
•December (R32 763) and September (R29 054) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sydney to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Cape Town are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sydney to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R12 893
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 17 673 km.

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

    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 Sydney to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Cape Town range from R21 840 to R31 013, with an average of R25 706 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 840 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 11% above the route average of R25 706. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Cape Town 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 R19 151 to R141 887. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sydney to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R13 462, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Flights from Sydney to Cape Town usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Sydney to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 12%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R24 331 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R27 436 – a R3 105 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 15m, compared to 23h 26m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 28h 02m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Cape Town 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 Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average R24 331 – about R3 105 less than Thursday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R20 867 return in that month – typically R11 896 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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