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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa from $771

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
1 Jul — 8 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 June 2026.

Thu 6/811:00
MEL
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CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 5/1213:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/5$1,298
Wed 19/811:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 11/913:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/5$1,302
Wed 28/1012:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 21/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/5$1,305
Thu 29/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 5/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/5$1,353
Mon 20/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 14/813:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/6$1,385
Tue 13/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 5/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/5$1,404
Mon 31/811:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 17/913:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/6$1,415
Wed 15/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 30/713:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/5$1,420
Fri 3/721:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 4/813:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/5$1,422
Mon 26/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 23/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/5$1,424
Fri 9/1000:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 24/1020:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,530
Wed 12/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 26/820:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 31/5$1,533

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 1 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,298

One-way from

$771

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,520
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 6/8-5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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29/7
  • 29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($302 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Tue 4/8

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,673

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Tue 4/8

21:45-10:30

2 stops29h 45m

$1,782

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

23:30-20:50

2 stops28h 20m

Cairo

Fri 14/8

10:05-05:35

2 stops36h 30m

$1,870

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,873

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,873

MelbourneMarrakech

MEL - RAK

MELRAK

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

22:45-16:45

2 stops27h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Mon 27/7

18:15-16:50

2 stops37h 35m

$1,969

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

$2,043

MelbourneMarrakech

MEL - RAK

MELRAK

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

15:30-15:15

2 stops33h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 21/11

16:15-07:20

2 stops29h 05m

$2,075

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

$2,102

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

13:25-05:40

2 stops47h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 26/7

08:15-16:50

1 stop25h 35m

$2,104

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,687). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,615). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Africa?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated 1 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,444 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
China Eastern
7.3
Good
221 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Africa?

    Departing from Melbourne to Africa will take you 23h. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $544. AirAsia X flights start at $550 while deals on China Eastern start at $595 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Africa?

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Melbourne - Cairo or Melbourne - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from Melbourne to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,687). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,615). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$747Average$1,995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Gulf AirCheapest$768Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$795Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$817Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$904Average$2,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest$944Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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AirAsia XCheapest$999Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,052Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,230Average$2,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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