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Cheap flights from Africa to Melbourne from $659

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
9 May — 16 May1
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 April 2026.

Wed 6/512:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,263
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,290
Sun 19/720:10
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops51h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/706:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops60h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,311
Fri 1/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 14/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,317
Fri 18/920:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/1023:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,322
Sat 23/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,328
Thu 26/1109:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,331
Wed 20/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 31/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,338
Wed 20/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/517:10
MEL
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,340
Tue 1/1212:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/1216:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,354
Fri 1/506:05
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/521:35
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,391
Fri 1/508:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/517:20
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop19h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,442

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,263

One-way from

$659

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,691
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 81h 50m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($188 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 9 April 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 30/4

02:15-08:20

2 stops47h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

23:30-04:20

2 stops35h 50m

$1,392

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:50-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

$1,442

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 21/5

08:15-15:50

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

17:20-05:25

1 stop19h 05m

$1,535

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Tue 21/7

14:15-10:00

3 stops36h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,623

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 21/5

14:15-12:40

1 stop39h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

12:00-08:45

2 stops51h 45m

$1,626

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

22:45-12:55

1 stop46h 10m

$1,651

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

$1,674

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

19:50-21:05

2 stops41h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

16:10-09:00

1 stop24h 50m

$1,688

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

06:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

17:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

$1,707

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 13/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$1,726

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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 $583). Flying from Africa to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,311). 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 9 April 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
3,559 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,017 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,428 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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 24h 35m. 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 AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $494. Users have also found prices from $503 and $539 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, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - 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 $583). Flying from Africa to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,311). 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 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,048Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,117Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,187Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,202Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,266Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,274Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,418Average$2,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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