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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne

JNB — MEL
22 Oct — 29 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,500
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($158 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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.

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 $1,413). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
South African
7.7
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,531 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,663 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $568. Qatar Airways flights start at $580 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $683 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $1,413). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,142Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,185Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,240Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,317Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,419Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,651Average$1,838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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