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Flight deals from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.$1,475 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,475, select.
Melbourne.$1,580 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 22 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,580, select.
Melbourne.$1,613 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,613, select.
Melbourne.$1,637 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,637, select.
Melbourne.$1,667 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,667, select.
Melbourne.$1,673 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,673, select.
Melbourne.$1,698 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Mar, returning Wed, 12 Mar.Return flight with South African Airways and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 5 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,698, select.
Melbourne.$1,710 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Fri, 18 Jul.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,710, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in November.
Mar
from $1,698
Apr
from $1,580
May
from $2,390
Jun
from $2,390
Jul
from $1,710
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Oct
from $1,667
Nov
from $1,475
Dec
from $2,879
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Feb
from $1,673

Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

Cape Town to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,475
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine is $1,475. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,475.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To look at your options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport is a top stopover on the CPT to MEL route.

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter Australia, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CPT to MEL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $855. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,475. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap flight tickets from CPT to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from CPT to MEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take about 21 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to CPT? If you're on an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 42 minutes.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.

  • Search for cheap flight tickets from CPT to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

More about Melbourne

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from CPT to MEL:

  • Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.

Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Melbourne stay.

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