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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa from $632

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
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 22 March 2026.

Thu 21/511:00
MEL
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CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 23/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/3$1,132
Tue 2/621:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Sat 20/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/3$1,139
Tue 19/521:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 22/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/3$1,233
Sun 12/411:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 21/413:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,271
Tue 4/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 18/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,285
Mon 12/1000:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 6/1119:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,287
Mon 20/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Fri 14/814:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,300
Tue 3/1100:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1119:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,312
Tue 20/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 4/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/3$1,337
Fri 7/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 18/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,338
Sun 7/611:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 11/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,340
Tue 4/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 26/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,345

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,132

One-way from

$632

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,408
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 21/5-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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11/5
  • 11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($316 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($67 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 22 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

Cairo

Thu 11/6

14:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

$1,342

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

20:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Sun 17/5

14:45-14:10

1 stop40h 25m

$1,361

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,456

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

23:30-04:20

2 stops35h 50m

Cairo

Sun 17/5

14:45-14:10

1 stop40h 25m

$1,462

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:25-05:40

2 stops47h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 25/6

06:40-06:15

2 stops40h 35m

$1,517

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

17:10-07:45

1 stop21h 35m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 4/8

14:05-15:50

1 stop18h 45m

$1,530

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

17:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 25/4

14:05-15:50

1 stop18h 45m

$1,582

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

17:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 22/5

21:50-15:50

1 stop35h 00m

$1,644

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

17:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Sat 18/4

21:50-15:50

1 stop35h 00m

$1,660

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

21:30-08:45

1 stop42h 15m

Cairo

Tue 12/5

14:15-12:40

1 stop39h 25m

$1,714

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa (average of $814). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,382). 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.

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 22 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,733 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,430 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,483 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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 Airport to Africa?

    For as low as $1,456, China Eastern can have you in Africa from Melbourne Airport in 20h 40m. Melbourne Airport and Africa are separated by a distance of 10313 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 $494. Users have also found prices from $608 and $619 on China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Melbourne - Cape Town Intl, Melbourne - Cairo is the most popular route 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa (average of $814). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,382). 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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$635Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$763Average$2,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$834Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$922Average$2,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest$947Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,020Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,042Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,043Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,048Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$1,810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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