Cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa from $586

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
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 31 October 2025.

Mon 17/1122:30MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 8/1213:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/10$1,264
Thu 4/1222:30MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 10/1213:00CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/10$1,265
Thu 30/1021:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Thu 20/1114:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 28/10$1,413
Sat 22/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Tue 17/214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 28/10$1,436
Sat 15/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Thu 29/114:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,439
Tue 18/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Tue 2/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,444
Sat 15/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Wed 28/114:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,445
Mon 17/1114:50MEL - CAI
2 stops49h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1213:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,456
Sat 15/1112:00MEL - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 29/1113:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/10$1,466
Wed 29/1000:30MEL - CAI
2 stops32h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 20/1105:25CAI - MEL
2 stops43h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/10$1,530
Wed 29/1022:05MEL - CAI
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1110:45CAI - MEL
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10$1,541
Tue 11/1116:55MEL - ADD
1 stop39h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 26/1101:45ADD - MEL
1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,584

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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,173

One-way from

$586

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,101
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 16/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
10/11
  • 10/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($446 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,450

MelbourneHarare

MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

Sat 28/3

02:20-16:35

2 stops29h 15m

$1,605

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

16:55-09:20

2 stops25h 25m

Cairo

Sat 14/2

20:40-06:30

2 stops24h 50m

$1,646

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

19:50-07:25

1 stop27h 35m

$1,651

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

Cairo

Tue 10/2

16:25-07:55

3 stops30h 30m

$1,716

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

17:30-07:35

1 stop29h 05m

$1,745

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 15/2

08:10-15:00

1 stop39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

17:30-20:20

1 stop17h 50m

$1,760

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

16:55-09:20

2 stops25h 25m

Cairo

Sat 31/1

20:40-06:30

2 stops24h 50m

$1,786

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

00:30-06:05

1 stop37h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 26/2

00:10-07:55

2 stops23h 45m

$1,803

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

18:25-13:45

2 stops27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

14:35-07:00

3 stops32h 25m

$1,826

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 $883). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,434). 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 31 October 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 32% 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 31 October 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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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 18h. Airlines will cover a distance of 10263 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 $758. Etihad Airways flights start at $930 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,048 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 $883). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,434). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$865Average$2,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,016Average$1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapest$1,019Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,112Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,115Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,131Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,290Average$2,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,352Average$2,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,445Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,481Average$1,983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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