Sydney to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cape Town (CPT) connect Australia and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,989 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 14 to 15 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SYD and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Sydney. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Sydney, Australia
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 10,989 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 to 15 hours
- Origin codes
- SYD
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Sydney to Cape Town
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Route overview
Sydney to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between Australia and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SYD and CPT. Related codes: SYD → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 10,989 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 14 to 15 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Sydney airports and metro codes: SYD.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Sydney, other destinations from Sydney, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Sydney to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Sydney to Cape Town typically take about 14 to 15 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Sydney to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Sydney and Cape Town is approximately 10,989 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Sydney to Cape Town?
Sydney is commonly searched with code SYD (related: SYD). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Sydney?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Sydney. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,989 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Sydney to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects Australia (Sydney) with South Africa (Cape Town).