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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa from $821

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
12 Sep — 19 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Africa

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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 13 August 2026.

Thu 3/911:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 10/913:45 -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 12/8$1,315
Wed 14/1012:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 5/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 12/8$1,316
Thu 10/911:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Tue 15/913:45 -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 8/8$1,323
Mon 28/911:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 10/8$1,325
Fri 2/1011:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 5/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 9/8$1,396
Mon 24/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 27/813:45 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 10/8$1,397
Sat 5/921:30 -
1 stop43h 30m
Sun 11/1013:45 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 11/8$1,406
Fri 28/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 11/8$1,431
Thu 27/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 11/8$1,435
Fri 28/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 12/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 8/8$1,543
Tue 8/911:00 -
2 stops34h 20m
Tue 15/917:10 -
2 stops34h 30m
Deal found 11/8$1,556
Sun 11/1013:00 -
3 stops33h 25m
Sun 25/1012:35 -
1 stop44h 15m
Deal found 10/8$1,677

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 13 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,315

One-way from

$821

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,698
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/9-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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2/10
  • 2/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Africa that are best for you.

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MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

14:25-04:20

2 stops45h 55m

Cairo

Thu 5/11

20:45-11:15

2 stops29h 30m

$1,834

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

08:45-00:25

2 stops48h 40m

Cairo

Mon 7/12

18:05-20:45

2 stops41h 40m

$1,858

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

13:00-17:20

2 stops35h 20m

Cairo

Mon 14/9

06:05-19:15

2 stops30h 10m

$1,881

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

15:55-13:25

2 stops29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

$1,950

MelbourneCasablanca

MEL Melbourne - CMN Casablanca Mohamed V

MELCMN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

16:55-12:55

2 stops31h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 24/10

15:50-21:40

2 stops42h 50m

$2,008

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

$2,055

MelbourneCasablanca

MEL Melbourne - CMN Casablanca Mohamed V

MELCMN

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

22:35-19:25

3 stops31h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 24/10

08:40-21:40

3 stops50h 00m

$2,082

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Mon 14/9

13:45-09:00

1 stop36h 15m

$2,120

MelbourneCasablanca

MEL Melbourne - CMN Casablanca Mohamed V

MELCMN

Melbourne

Sun 27/9

12:05-12:55

2 stops34h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 14/10

15:50-06:40

3 stops51h 50m

$2,136

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Mon 1/2

16:35-21:45

2 stops37h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 15/2

23:30-06:40

2 stops47h 10m

$2,160

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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.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,799). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,692). 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 13 August 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
3,654 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,741 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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 35h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10297 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 China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $606. IndiGo flights start at $619 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $629 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Cairo, Melbourne - Cape Town Intl or Melbourne - Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,799). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,692). 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 13 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$748Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$758Average$1,987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Gulf AirCheapest$780Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$827Average$2,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$891Average$2,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$910Average$2,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest$967Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,006Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,042Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,143Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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