Cheap flights from Africa to Melbourne Airport from $725

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Africa to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 December 2025.

Sun 28/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Thu 15/121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,155
Fri 26/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Thu 15/121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,304
Thu 25/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Thu 15/121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,307
Wed 24/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Thu 15/121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,364
Sun 28/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/101:00MEL - CAI
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,565
Wed 24/1213:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/101:00MEL - CAI
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,711
Thu 25/1214:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/101:00MEL - CAI
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,723
Sat 27/1216:25CAI - MEL
2 stops39h 35mGulf Air
Thu 15/118:20MEL - CAI
2 stops53h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12$1,750
Sat 27/1204:15CAI - MEL
2 stops51h 45mGulf Air
Thu 15/118:20MEL - CAI
2 stops53h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12$1,762
Sat 27/1208:05CAI - MEL
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,866
Thu 25/1216:25CAI - MEL
2 stops39h 35mGulf Air
Thu 15/118:20MEL - CAI
2 stops41h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12$1,990
Wed 24/1205:25CAI - MEL
2 stops43h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 14/100:30MEL - CAI
2 stops36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,009

Find flight deals from Africa to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,155

One-way from

$725

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,836
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 28/12-15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 80h 50m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 10/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 10m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($176 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Africa to Melbourne 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 9 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Fri 30/1

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

$1,355

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Fri 30/1

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

$1,355

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

$1,405

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

20:35-22:20

1 stop16h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

17:55-05:05

1 stop20h 10m

$1,518

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Fri 30/1

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

$1,524

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sun 8/3

02:20-21:20

2 stops34h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

00:30-03:40

2 stops36h 10m

$1,553

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Tue 3/2

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

13:25-20:50

2 stops38h 25m

$1,560

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Tue 27/1

05:25-20:55

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

15:10-03:40

2 stops45h 30m

$1,562

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sat 31/1

14:30-14:30

1 stop39h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

21:40-06:30

1 stop41h 50m

$1,581

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

17:15-05:40

3 stops51h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

00:30-11:50

2 stops44h 20m

$1,625

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Melbourne Airport (average of $616). Flying from Africa to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,408). 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 AF to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Africa to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Africa to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 9 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Africa to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Africa to Melbourne. 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 Africa to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from Africa to Melbourne Airport can take about 27h. Sichuan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,664. The distance from Africa to Melbourne Airport is about 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 Africa to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    $522 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia X. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from $535 and $579, respectively.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Africa to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Africa to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Africa to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Africa to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Africa to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Africa to Melbourne 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 Africa to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Melbourne Airport (average of $616). Flying from Africa to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,408). 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 Africa to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Melbourne. 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 9 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$624Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,065Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,120Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,187Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,205Average$1,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,228Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,243Average$2,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,466Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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