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Cheap flights from Melbourne to South Africa from $875

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
6 dez — 13 dez1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 novembro 2025.

dom 9/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
sáb 22/1111:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,628
qui 20/1107:00MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 25mSingapore Airlines
qui 27/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,888
dom 30/1100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
seg 8/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11$1,910
seg 1/1207:45MEL - JNB
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
seg 8/1209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,992
sex 21/1118:20MEL - CPT
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
sex 28/1106:05CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,018
sex 14/1111:05MEL - JNB
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom 30/1108:20JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,064
sáb 6/1214:30MEL - CPT
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
sex 12/1214:35CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,076
sex 14/1106:15MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 20mEmirates
dom 30/1122:20JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 05mEmirates
Deal found 4/11$2,081
qui 20/1123:40MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
qui 27/1120:25CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,095
qui 13/1100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
dom 30/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11$2,098
ter 9/1200:30MEL - CPT
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
qua 24/1214:35CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,196
ter 2/1215:00MEL - CPT
2 stops53h 50mTurkish Airlines
seg 8/1217:15CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,212

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 6 novembro 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,460

One-way from

$875

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,836
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/4-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 45m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($323 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to South Africa 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 6 novembro 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to South Africa that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

dom 12/4

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 8/5

19:50-07:25

1 stop27h 35m

$1,460

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

seg 2/2

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 20/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,474

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

seg 2/2

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb 14/2

19:55-08:15

1 stop27h 20m

$1,576

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

qui 12/3

06:15-19:50

2 stops22h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

qui 19/3

11:15-19:10

2 stops22h 55m

$1,683

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

qua 28/1

16:40-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

seg 9/2

10:40-18:10

2 stops22h 30m

$1,713

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

dom 22/3

06:40-18:50

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 5/4

22:30-23:25

1 stop16h 55m

$1,724

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

qui 20/11

07:00-09:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

qui 27/11

10:40-08:15

2 stops36h 35m

$1,888

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

seg 2/2

16:25-18:50

2 stops35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb 14/2

17:30-07:35

1 stop29h 05m

$1,916

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

dom 12/4

21:00-16:15

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 8/5

22:30-08:30

2 stops26h 00m

$1,947

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

qua 28/1

16:10-12:40

2 stops29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

seg 9/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,995

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa (average of $893). Flying from Melbourne to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,582). 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 MEL to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 novembro 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Melbourne to South Africa by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 6 novembro 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to South Africa 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
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
1,391 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
927 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Melbourne to South Africa will take you 22h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9841 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is RwandAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $989. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to South Africa for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Melbourne Avalon - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Melbourne - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Melbourne to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa (average of $893). Flying from Melbourne to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,582). 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 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to South Africa. 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 6 novembro 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$875Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,124Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,306Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,456Average$2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,533Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,555Average$2,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,584Average$1,945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,596Average$2,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,674Average$2,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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