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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from $755

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 14/9. 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

Cheap 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$755

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,733
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 40m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 55m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($308 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 4 July 2025.

Fri 22/809:50JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 31/805:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,258
Wed 10/911:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 17/923:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/7$1,312
Fri 22/811:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/821:00MEL - JNB
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,342
Tue 2/1212:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 30/1217:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,448
Mon 4/820:55JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 25mSouth African
Sun 10/817:45MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 30mSouth African
Deal found 1/7$1,508
Mon 4/817:25CPT - MEL
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/819:45MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,605
Tue 12/815:20DUR - MEL
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:45MEL - DUR
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,634
Wed 13/820:25CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 55mSouth African
Wed 20/812:15MEL - CPT
2 stops30h 10mSouth African
Deal found 3/7$1,640
Mon 10/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops45h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 14/1117:10MEL - DUR
2 stops26h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,643
Wed 24/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Thu 15/116:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 2/7$1,657
Sat 16/818:45JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 23/806:00MEL - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,663
Fri 15/818:45JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 4/920:55AVV - JNB
1 stop27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,678

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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 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

09:50-03:10

1 stop33h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

05:00-08:20

1 stop35h 20m

$1,258

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

21:00-07:40

2 stops42h 40m

$1,347

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

14:25-07:40

2 stops49h 15m

$1,506

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/8

17:25-22:20

2 stops20h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

19:45-18:55

2 stops31h 10m

$1,605

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 12/8

15:20-19:55

2 stops20h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 26/8

19:45-13:55

2 stops26h 10m

$1,634

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/8

20:25-22:20

2 stops41h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

12:15-10:25

2 stops30h 10m

$1,640

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 10/11

11:55-18:25

2 stops45h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

17:10-10:35

2 stops26h 25m

$1,643

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/8

18:45-19:05

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

06:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

$1,663

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/8

18:45-20:15

1 stop17h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 4/9

20:55-16:15

1 stop27h 20m

$1,678

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Sun 17/8

13:10-05:20

2 stops32h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 24/8

19:45-12:35

2 stops24h 50m

$1,698

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Melbourne as you normally would.

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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific 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
3,287 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
South African
7.5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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  • 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 $755. Qatar Airways flights start at $956 while deals on South African start at $1,012 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.

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  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,113Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,130Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,238Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,268Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,269Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,367Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,069Average$2,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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