Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) 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
Tue, 10 Mar. - Tue, 17 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,456 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,456
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Tue, 17 Mar., priced at AU$1,456 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb. - Mon, 9 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,459 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,459
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sat, 21 Feb. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, 9 Mar., priced at AU$1,459 found 1 day ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, 10 Feb. - Mon, 2 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,460 Return, found 13 hours ago
AU$1,460
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 10 Feb. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, 2 Mar., priced at AU$1,460 found 13 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb. - Tue, 10 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,462 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$1,462
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sat, 21 Feb. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Tue, 10 Mar., priced at AU$1,462 found 5 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb. - Mon, 2 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,465 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,465
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 16 Feb. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, 2 Mar., priced at AU$1,465 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb. - Tue, 10 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,469 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$1,469
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sat, 21 Feb. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Tue, 10 Mar., priced at AU$1,469 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 9 Nov. - Mon, 17 Nov.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,831 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$1,831
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 9 Nov. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, 17 Nov., priced at AU$1,831 found 3 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 9 Nov. - Mon, 17 Nov.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,831 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$1,831
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 9 Nov. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, 17 Nov., priced at AU$1,831 found 3 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Fri, 29 May
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,973 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$1,973
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, 5 May from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Fri, 29 May, priced at AU$1,973 found 4 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 16 Feb. - Mon, 2 Mar.
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,062 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$2,062
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 16 Feb. from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, 2 Mar., priced at AU$2,062 found 3 days ago
Flight from Sydney to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$1,456
Distance
10925 km

Your quick guide to flights from Sydney to Cape Town

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Mascot Airport to CPT?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between SYD and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) was AU$1,456. Fares this cheap don't hang around forever, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SYD to CPT?
When it comes to cancellation fees, every airline has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Mascot Airport 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 Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to CPT flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Sydney Airport to CPT?
You'll have 11 000 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Sydney to Cape Town route. Wear layers of comfy clothes and consider taking a neck pillow with you.
Which airlines fly direct from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you want to fly straight from Mascot Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), you'll have to book a flight with at least one stop. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are Sydney Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from SYD to Cape Town Intl. Airport can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but then again, you could miss out altogether! If you'd rather play it safe and start your trip planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just remember that not all airlines advertise their prices that far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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