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Cheap flights from South America to Melbourne Airport from $982

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — MEL
17 Mar — 24 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South America to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from South America to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 February 2026.

Mon 6/401:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 12/812:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,493
Thu 2/701:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 24/712:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,500
Thu 12/301:20
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 20/312:30
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,502
Fri 27/301:20
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 4/413:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,523
Mon 6/401:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/808:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,524
Thu 23/401:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/513:55
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,527
Thu 2/701:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/708:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,533
Sat 2/501:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/808:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,534
Thu 23/401:35
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop20h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 15/512:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,537
Thu 18/601:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 18/1012:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,544
Wed 11/301:20
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 05m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 19/312:30
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,550
Wed 6/519:40
AEP
-
MEL
2 stops25h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 30/508:00
MEL
-
AEP
2 stops19h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,909

Find flight deals from South America to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,490

One-way from

$982

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,505

Good round-trip deal

$1,747 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,741 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 9/3-17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 26h 45m total
  • South America to Melbourne
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • South America to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($725 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($219 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South America 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 15 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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South America

Fly to

Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/7

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

$1,554

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 4/7

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 19/7

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

$1,554

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 11/3

01:20-05:25

Nonstop14h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

07:25-09:50

1 stop16h 25m

$1,584

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 17/4

01:35-22:15

1 stop30h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

$1,612

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 2/8

01:35-21:15

1 stop29h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

07:10-14:05

2 stops20h 55m

$1,806

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 28/5

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

$1,810

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 15/3

13:15-21:05

1 stop17h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

08:15-10:50

1 stop16h 35m

$1,822

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 14/3

01:20-05:25

Nonstop14h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

06:30-10:30

1 stop18h 00m

$1,858

Buenos AiresMelbourne

EZE - MEL

EZEMEL

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Fri 6/3

12:15-05:25

1 stop27h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

12:30-18:04

1 stop19h 34m

$1,962

Buenos AiresMelbourne

EZE - MEL

EZEMEL

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Wed 5/8

07:35-05:40

2 stops33h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

12:00-02:45

2 stops27h 45m

$1,962

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Best time to book a flight from South America to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South America to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,240). Flying from South America to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,050). 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 SA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South America 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 15 February 2026.

When flying from South America to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 15 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from South America to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,919 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Duane,June 2025

GRU - MAD

The flight crew were accommodating and friendly. However, it was annoying that I did not receive the seat I had reserved when I originally booked my flight and was not able to get much help before takeoff.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,919 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,919 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Duane,June 2025

GRU - MAD

The flight crew were accommodating and friendly. However, it was annoying that I did not receive the seat I had reserved when I originally booked my flight and was not able to get much help before takeoff.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,919 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Duane,June 2025

GRU - MAD

The flight crew were accommodating and friendly. However, it was annoying that I did not receive the seat I had reserved when I originally booked my flight and was not able to get much help before takeoff.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,919 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Duane,June 2025

GRU - MAD

The flight crew were accommodating and friendly. However, it was annoying that I did not receive the seat I had reserved when I originally booked my flight and was not able to get much help before takeoff.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,293 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,919 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Duane,June 2025

GRU - MAD

The flight crew were accommodating and friendly. However, it was annoying that I did not receive the seat I had reserved when I originally booked my flight and was not able to get much help before takeoff.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South America 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 South America to Melbourne Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from South America to Melbourne Airport in 14h 35m. Fly via LATAM Airlines, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from South America to Melbourne Airport is about 11288 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $1,167 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $1,281 and $1,571, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl - Melbourne or Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Melbourne, Bogotá El Dorado - Melbourne is the most popular route from South America to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South America to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South America 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 South America to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,240). Flying from South America to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,050). 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 4 airlines flying from South America to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South America 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 15 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,555Average$2,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,563Average$2,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,344Average$2,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,814Average$2,842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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