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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa from $561

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,226

One-way from

$561

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,097
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 19/6-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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31/5
  • 31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 30 April 2025.

Thu 19/611:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 30/814:30CAI - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/4$1,226
Sat 31/521:45MEL - NBO
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/806:40NBO - MEL
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,291
Mon 19/521:45MEL - CAI
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1107:05CAI - MEL
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,296
Sun 15/607:00MEL - NBO
1 stop23h 00mAirAsia X
Wed 18/600:30NBO - MEL
1 stop22h 00mAirAsia X
Deal found 29/4$1,369
Tue 22/720:20MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Wed 13/814:45CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,394
Sun 4/505:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/509:50JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,557
Mon 12/506:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 5/618:45JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,566
Wed 4/605:55MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 16/619:50JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,585
Sat 12/714:55AVV - CAI
2 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/814:45CAI - AVV
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,614
Tue 2/906:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 28/918:45JNB - AVV
1 stop31h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,618
Mon 12/506:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/618:45JNB - AVV
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,652
Tue 2/906:15MEL - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/918:45JNB - MEL
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,707

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Melbourne

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Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 19/6

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Sat 30/8

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,226

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sat 31/5

21:45-23:00

1 stop32h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 22/8

06:40-20:15

3 stops30h 35m

$1,291

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

21:45-05:35

2 stops38h 50m

Cairo

Mon 10/11

07:05-05:00

2 stops36h 55m

$1,296

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

07:00-23:00

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 18/6

00:30-05:30

1 stop22h 00m

$1,369

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

20:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Wed 13/8

14:45-14:20

1 stop40h 35m

$1,394

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

06:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

18:45-17:55

1 stop15h 10m

$1,566

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,585

MelbourneCairo

AVV - CAI

AVVCAI

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 12/7

14:55-06:50

2 stops46h 55m

Cairo

Tue 12/8

14:45-22:50

2 stops49h 05m

$1,614

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/9

06:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

18:45-09:45

1 stop31h 00m

$1,618

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 12/5

06:00-16:20

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

18:45-16:05

1 stop37h 20m

$1,652

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,107). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 30 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Africa by month

Plan your trip to Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $604. China Eastern flights start at $746 while deals on Hainan Airlines start at $926 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Cairo, Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,107). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 30 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$1,083Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapest$1,088Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,140Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,169Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,231Average$2,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,269Average$2,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,363Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,398Average$2,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,415Average$2,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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