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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from $756

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 June 2026.

Wed 17/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6$1,310
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/616:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,368
Sun 23/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6$1,373
Wed 14/1012:05
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1116:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,383
Sat 20/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 27/616:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6$1,455
Thu 11/619:50
JNB
-
MEL
2 stops42h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,463
Tue 28/720:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 18/815:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/6$1,476
Thu 26/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,512
Thu 26/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6$1,522
Sat 12/908:05
JNB
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 18/915:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6$1,544
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop37h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/622:45
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,580
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 2/716:10
MEL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6$1,581

Find flight deals from South Africa to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,373

One-way from

$756

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,554
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 35m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 40m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($154 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South 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 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 14/10

12:05-05:55

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

16:10-10:55

2 stops27h 45m

$1,383

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

23:40-15:25

1 stop24h 45m

$1,656

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 11/11

14:50-15:00

1 stop33h 10m

$1,746

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

13:15-05:55

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

16:10-17:25

1 stop34h 15m

$1,781

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/7

18:40-21:35

2 stops66h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

05:15-16:35

1 stop43h 20m

$1,868

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/7

12:05-22:05

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

16:10-10:35

2 stops26h 25m

$1,876

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

18:55-17:50

1 stop37h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

$1,887

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

15:20-00:25

2 stops24h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

06:15-18:55

2 stops21h 40m

$1,919
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 17/8

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$2,005

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/8

06:05-16:40

2 stops26h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

05:15-18:05

1 stop44h 50m

$2,021

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $675). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,188). 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 South Africa to Melbourne?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways from South Africa to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,045 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $1,746, Qatar Airways can have you in Melbourne from South Africa in 20h 45m. South Africa and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 10263 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 South Africa to Melbourne one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $523. Cathay Pacific flights start at $574 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $586 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Melbourne are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne, Cape Town Intl - Melbourne and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne Avalon.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $675). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,188). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South 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 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,103Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,134Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,287Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,296Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,395Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,418Average$2,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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