Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa from $560

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
11 gen — 18 gen1
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 12 dicembre 2025.

ven 12/1223:40MEL - ADD
1 stop32h 35mQatar Airways
mer 17/1201:45ADD - MEL
1 stop37h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/12$1,609
ven 12/1210:00MEL - ADD
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
mer 17/1200:10ADD - MEL
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$2,005
dom 21/1219:25MEL - NBO
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
gio 22/103:45NBO - MEL
2 stops48h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/12$2,067
gio 25/1213:10MEL - CAI
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom 28/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$2,116
mar 16/1217:55MEL - NBO
3 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar 30/1207:25NBO - MEL
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,128
gio 25/1221:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
dom 28/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/12$2,143
lun 15/1213:10MEL - NBO
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
lun 29/1206:40NBO - MEL
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$2,184
lun 15/1207:45MEL - CAI
3 stops49h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun 22/1218:05CAI - MEL
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$2,316
mer 24/1217:10MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
ven 6/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/12$2,409
lun 15/1207:45MEL - MRU
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
gio 15/109:00MRU - MEL
3 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,418
lun 15/1207:45MEL - MRU
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
mer 14/109:30MRU - MEL
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,433
mer 17/1207:00MEL - NBO
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
mar 30/1201:45NBO - MEL
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$2,441

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 12 dicembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,254

One-way from

$560

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,331
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 14/1-28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
21/1
  • 21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($382 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

ven 20/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

ven 6/3

20:40-08:30

3 stops26h 50m

$1,332

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

dom 1/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

mar 31/3

13:30-10:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,407

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

dom 8/2

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

Cairo

sab 21/3

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

$1,439

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

gio 5/2

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

Cairo

gio 19/3

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

$1,443

MelbourneHarare

MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

lun 2/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

dom 22/3

02:20-17:00

2 stops53h 40m

$1,490

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

mer 4/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

dom 8/3

05:25-20:55

2 stops30h 30m

$1,523

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

mer 4/2

00:30-03:40

2 stops36h 10m

Cairo

lun 16/3

02:20-20:55

2 stops33h 35m

$1,550

MelbournePort Louis

MEL - MRU

MELMRU

Melbourne

lun 26/1

22:35-07:45

3 stops40h 10m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

lun 2/2

09:30-23:35

2 stops31h 05m

$1,551

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

mer 4/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

lun 16/3

02:20-20:55

2 stops33h 35m

$1,562

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

ven 6/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

mar 17/3

05:25-20:55

2 stops30h 30m

$1,562

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 10/12

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa (average of $979). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,515). 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 12 dicembre 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 12 dicembre 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa?

    For as low as $1,490, China Eastern can have you in Africa from Melbourne Airport in 28h 05m. Melbourne Airport and Africa are separated by a distance of 10736 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $512. Users have also found prices from $640 and $667 on Sichuan Airlines and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa (average of $979). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,515). 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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Alternative routes for Melbourne to Africa

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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 12 dicembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$850Average$2,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,004Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,037Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,095Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,116Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,268Average$2,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,305Average$2,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,345Average$2,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,425Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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