$764 Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cape Town (CPT)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $764 for one-way flights and $1,206 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

South African Airways
Mon, Jul 28 - Mon, Aug 11
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,206 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,206
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $1,206 found 19 hours ago
South African Airways
Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Aug 14
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,207 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,207
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $1,207 found 6 days ago
South African Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Mar 1
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,208 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,208
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $1,208 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 26
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,209 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,209
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $1,209 found 3 days ago
South African Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Mon, Sep 8
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,211 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,211
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $1,211 found 19 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 4
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,216 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$1,216
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $1,216 found 14 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, May 19 - Mon, Jun 2
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,323 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,323
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, May 19 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $1,323 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Jun 5 - Wed, Jun 18
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,324 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,324
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Wed, Jun 18, priced at $1,324 found 4 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 31
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,331 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,331
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $1,331 found 2 days ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 26
SYD
Sydney
CPT
Cape Town
$1,334 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,334
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Sydney to Cape Town, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $1,334 found 3 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SYD to CPT by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SYD to CPT?
The cheapest flights from SYD to CPT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SYD to CPT?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that’ll take you from SYD to CPT. Sort your results by “Price (lowest to highest)” to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Nonstop flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) aren’t available daily, so you’ll need to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia’s filters. Enter your travel dates and choose either “1 Stop” or “2+ Stops.”
What day of the week has the most flights from SYD to CPT?
Typically you’ll find the largest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* However, this can vary based on the season, carrier and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Choose a flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SYD to CPT shortly before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if there’s some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SYD to CPT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SYD to CPT flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your SYD to CPT flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you’d like further details, go to our Customer Service portal.
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