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Cheap flights from Africa to Melbourne from $670

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
3 Jul — 10 Jul1
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 3 June 2026.

Tue 9/622:15
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/923:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/5$1,211
Fri 20/1105:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 29/115:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/5$1,253
Thu 2/713:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Thu 9/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/6$1,328
Sat 8/822:15
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/823:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/5$1,373
Sat 19/906:05
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/1023:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/5$1,376
Sun 1/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 21/1118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,385
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/616:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5$1,417
Sun 9/813:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 17/811:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/5$1,420
Thu 6/813:45
CAI
-
MEL
3 stops37h 15m
China Eastern
Thu 20/811:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/5$1,423
Sat 8/813:45
CAI
-
MEL
3 stops37h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 21/811:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/5$1,434
Sat 8/822:15
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 22/823:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/5$1,441
Sun 1/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/6$1,447

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 3 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,253

One-way from

$670

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,788
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/11-29/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 10m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 55m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($194 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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 3 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 2/7

13:45-10:00

3 stops37h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 9/7

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,406

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 12/11

04:15-17:00

2 stops51h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

18:20-14:50

2 stops53h 30m

$1,561

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

20:55-22:05

1 stop41h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

16:10-09:00

1 stop24h 50m

$1,562

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

22:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

$1,564

NairobiMelbourne

NBO - MEL

NBOMEL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 26/6

07:00-15:50

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

17:20-06:10

1 stop19h 50m

$1,608

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 2/7

13:45-10:00

3 stops37h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 9/7

12:00-09:10

2 stops28h 10m

$1,622

EntebbeMelbourne

EBB - MEL

EBBMEL

Entebbe

Wed 17/6

17:30-05:20

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

22:45-15:30

1 stop23h 45m

$1,652

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 19/11

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

$1,700

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

13:15-22:05

1 stop24h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

18:45-17:30

2 stops30h 45m

$1,717

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

20:55-19:40

2 stops38h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

10:00-09:00

2 stops31h 00m

$1,760

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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 $563). Flying from Africa to Melbourne in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,209). 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 Africa to Melbourne?

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Africa to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 3 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways 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
3,581 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,444 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 37h 15m. The distance between Africa and Melbourne is about 13930 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 Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $514. Users have also found prices from $530 and $564 on Sichuan Airlines and Cathay Pacific, 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 Cape Town 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 $563). Flying from Africa to Melbourne in March is currently the most expensive (average of $2,209). 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 3 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$975Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,030Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,084Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,114Average$1,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,134Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,255Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,265Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,274Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,371Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,394Average$2,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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