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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa from $555

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 27 November 2025.

Thu 25/1206:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/117:30JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,670
Mon 1/1216:40MEL - JNB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/319:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,679
Thu 25/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,682
Tue 25/1100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$1,731
Sun 30/1116:00MEL - CAI
3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1216:25CAI - MEL
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,756
Mon 1/1223:40MEL - JNB
1 stop42h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 30/314:45JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,807
Fri 5/1222:30MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,840
Sun 30/1116:00MEL - CAI
3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1218:10CAI - MEL
3 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,931
Fri 28/1123:00MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,945
Fri 5/1222:30MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 20/1213:00CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/11$1,996
Thu 27/1101:00MEL - CAI
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1215:05CAI - MEL
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,042
Mon 1/1206:15MEL - JNB
1 stop37h 10mEmirates
Mon 30/322:20JNB - MEL
2 stops26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 25/11$2,048

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,205

One-way from

$555

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,080
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($397 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Africa that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

Fri 6/3

20:40-10:15

2 stops28h 35m

$1,490

MelbourneHarare

MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

Sun 22/3

15:05-17:00

2 stops40h 55m

$1,596

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

15:40-18:35

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

13:45-11:00

1 stop37h 15m

$1,662

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 25/12

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

17:30-20:20

1 stop17h 50m

$1,682

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

18:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 23/3

21:50-17:00

1 stop35h 10m

$1,687

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

Cairo

Sat 28/2

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

$1,691

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

19:25-06:10

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,722

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

22:40-05:50

1 stop39h 10m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 14/5

22:40-09:20

1 stop27h 40m

$1,742

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

13:10-18:40

3 stops38h 30m

Cairo

Fri 24/4

05:30-20:15

3 stops31h 45m

$1,745

MelbourneEntebbe

MEL - EBB

MELEBB

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

13:10-12:40

2 stops31h 30m

Entebbe

Mon 2/3

14:20-07:25

3 stops33h 05m

$1,771

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Deals found on 26/11

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $892). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,458). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Africa. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas 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
3,422 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,312 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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 28h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10736 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 Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $850. RwandAir flights start at $984 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $1,024 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Cairo, Melbourne - Cape Town Intl or Melbourne - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $892). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,458). 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$870Average$2,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,028Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,065Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,121Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,122Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,142Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest$1,182Average$2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,301Average$2,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,347Average$2,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,495Average$2,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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