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Cheap flights from Africa to Melbourne from $654

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
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 17 March 2026.

Wed 1/413:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 25m
Sichuan Airlines
Sat 18/420:20
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop41h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,107
Fri 1/506:05
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,189
Fri 1/521:45
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,206
Thu 30/421:45
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 7/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,212
Tue 1/914:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 15/921:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,269
Thu 30/414:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 7/511:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,286
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/515:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/3$1,302
Fri 19/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 1/721:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/3$1,306
Sat 2/514:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 26/521:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/3$1,312
Wed 8/409:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/417:20
MEL
-
JNB
2 stops45h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/3$1,316
Sat 29/814:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 15/921:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,316
Thu 30/420:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/3$1,319

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,189

One-way from

$654

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,605
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 1/5-20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 55m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($177 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Fri 19/6

14:15-10:00

2 stops60h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

21:30-08:45

1 stop42h 15m

$1,353

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Mon 31/8

14:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,378

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Fri 8/5

14:15-10:00

2 stops60h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,409

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Fri 4/9

14:15-10:00

2 stops60h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

21:30-08:45

1 stop42h 15m

$1,417

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 3/9

14:15-10:00

3 stops36h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,417

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sun 26/4

14:45-14:10

1 stop40h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

22:35-04:20

2 stops37h 45m

$1,434

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-22:05

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

12:00-08:50

2 stops28h 50m

$1,489

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

16:50-05:45

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 2/4

16:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

$1,516

NairobiMelbourne

NBO - MEL

NBOMEL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 17/5

06:40-06:15

2 stops40h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

13:25-05:40

2 stops47h 15m

$1,547

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Tue 5/5

05:30-15:50

2 stops51h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

17:20-04:30

2 stops42h 10m

$1,556

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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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Melbourne (average of $580). Flying from Africa to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,293). 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 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 17 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andSouth African from Africa to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,005 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
South African
7.5
Good
58 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,426 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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?

    Departing from Africa to Melbourne will take you 23h 20m. The distance between Africa and Melbourne is about 10313 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $492. Users have also found prices from $501 and $532 on Qantas Airways and Sichuan Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Africa to Melbourne are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne, Cairo - Melbourne and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Melbourne.

  • 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Melbourne (average of $580). Flying from Africa to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,293). 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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$570Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,042Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,111Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,128Average$1,688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,148Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,168Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,196Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,260Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,268Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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