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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa from $822

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
13 Sep — 20 Sep1
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 14 August 2026.

Thu 3/921:30 -
1 stop43h 30m
Thu 10/913:45 -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 13/8$1,316
Wed 14/1012:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 5/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 12/8$1,318
Sun 8/1112:00 -
1 stop28h 30m
Sun 22/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 9/8$1,325
Mon 28/911:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 10/8$1,326
Mon 24/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Thu 27/813:45 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 10/8$1,399
Sat 5/921:30 -
1 stop43h 30m
Sun 11/1013:45 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 11/8$1,407
Fri 28/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 11/8$1,433
Fri 28/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Mon 16/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 14/8$1,436
Thu 27/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 14/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 11/8$1,437
Fri 28/811:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Fri 4/913:45 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 14/8$1,545
Tue 8/911:00 -
2 stops34h 20m
Tue 15/917:10 -
2 stops34h 30m
Deal found 11/8$1,557
Fri 23/1018:20 -
1 stop21h 25m
Mon 26/1014:05 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 11/8$1,671

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 14 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,316

One-way from

$822

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,701
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/9-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 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 14 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

18:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 26/10

14:05-17:00

1 stop18h 55m

$1,671

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 9/10

18:20-12:45

1 stop26h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Fri 23/10

14:20-16:50

1 stop18h 30m

$1,676

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

17:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

$1,892

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

17:10-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/2

20:20-17:50

1 stop36h 30m

$1,944
Fastest return journey

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

17:20-05:25

1 stop19h 05m

Cairo

Fri 6/11

13:50-17:00

1 stop18h 10m

$1,961

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

10:20-06:30

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-08:40

1 stop36h 25m

$1,964

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

15:30-17:15

2 stops58h 45m

Cairo

Mon 7/12

18:05-09:25

2 stops30h 20m

$1,968

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

12:05-05:50

1 stop24h 45m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 1/10

23:50-19:40

1 stop36h 50m

$1,998

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

16:10-00:20

1 stop39h 10m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 21/9

01:10-20:20

3 stops36h 10m

$2,005

MelbourneCasablanca

MEL Melbourne - CMN Casablanca Mohamed V

MELCMN

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

16:55-12:55

2 stops31h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 24/10

15:50-21:40

2 stops42h 50m

$2,011

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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.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa (average of $1,801). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,695). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 14 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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 $1,671, Etihad Airways can have you in Africa from Melbourne Airport in 21h 25m. Melbourne Airport and Africa are separated by a distance of 12017 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 China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $607. Users have also found prices from $620 and $629 on IndiGo and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Melbourne - Cairo or Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Melbourne - Cape Town Intl 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa (average of $1,801). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,695). 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 14 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$759Average$1,989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Gulf AirCheapest$781Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$828Average$2,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$892Average$2,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$911Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest$968Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,044Average$1,811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,145Average$1,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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