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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from $641

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
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 24 July 2026.

Mon 14/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 22/922:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7$1,273
Mon 14/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/922:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7$1,282
Sun 6/1217:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 17/118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops37h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/7$1,322
Mon 9/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/1118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,329
Thu 27/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/7$1,344
Fri 4/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,358
Sun 8/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/1118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,358
Mon 28/1213:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,378
Sun 8/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 21/1118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,386
Mon 10/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,398
Fri 27/1117:20
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops62h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/118:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7$1,399
Sun 23/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7$1,401

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 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,273

One-way from

$641

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,624
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 15m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($160 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 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 24 July 2026.
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Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

17:20-17:00

2 stops62h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 17/1

18:20-23:00

2 stops37h 40m

$1,322

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

20:20-05:45

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 9/1

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

$1,469

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

16:10-18:10

3 stops34h 00m

$1,571

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

16:35-19:15

2 stops42h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

15:55-11:50

2 stops51h 55m

$1,763

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

16:35-05:35

2 stops53h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

15:55-11:50

2 stops51h 55m

$1,794

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 29/9

14:55-16:25

1 stop33h 30m

$1,800

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Tue 4/8

12:40-22:05

2 stops49h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 30/10

23:40-11:55

2 stops45h 15m

$1,820

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

13:15-10:35

2 stops37h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

16:10-10:15

1 stop26h 05m

$1,844

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 5/9

18:55-09:30

3 stops54h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

07:10-10:35

3 stops59h 25m

$1,883

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 5/9

18:40-07:50

2 stops53h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

05:15-16:35

1 stop43h 20m

$1,887

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $1,371). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,861). 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 24 July 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
1,580 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

MAA - SIN

Everything was bad and when asked for upgrade to business class they said it was full but I saw a lot of empty seats . So people don’t do a good service there
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,580 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,580 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

MAA - SIN

Everything was bad and when asked for upgrade to business class they said it was full but I saw a lot of empty seats . So people don’t do a good service there
South African
7.6
Good
63 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,580 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

MAA - SIN

Everything was bad and when asked for upgrade to business class they said it was full but I saw a lot of empty seats . So people don’t do a good service there
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,580 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

MAA - SIN

Everything was bad and when asked for upgrade to business class they said it was full but I saw a lot of empty seats . So people don’t do a good service there
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,747 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,580 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

MAA - SIN

Everything was bad and when asked for upgrade to business class they said it was full but I saw a lot of empty seats . So people don’t do a good service there
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,486 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,580 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2024

MAA - SIN

Everything was bad and when asked for upgrade to business class they said it was full but I saw a lot of empty seats . So people don’t do a good service there

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 $1,800, Turkish Airlines can have you in Melbourne from South Africa in 20h 05m. 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 $528. Cathay Pacific flights start at $579 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $591 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Melbourne are Cape Town Intl - Melbourne, Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $1,371). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,861). 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 24 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,001Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,113Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,144Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,263Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,343Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,435Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,684Average$2,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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