How long is the flight from Melbourne to South Africa?

Departing from Melbourne to South Africa will take you 23h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops. Find deals

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $866. 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. Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm. Find deals

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to South Africa?

When booking a flight from Melbourne to South Africa, you may want to consider flying on Cathay Pacific, Emirates or Ethiopian Air as they are the most popular for this route.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 49 days in advance to save up to 22% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 49 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Melbourne to South Africa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,793, or $2,057 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to South Africa?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Melbourne. Users have commonly found prices around $1,802 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,111. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

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.

$838+ Flights from Melbourne to South Africa

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to South Africa

Round-trip from	$1,430
One-way from	$838
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,707

Etihad Airways
9/10-25/10
2 total stops
44h 55m total
Melbourne to South Africa

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15/10
3 total stops
58h 20m total
Melbourne to South Africa

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($342 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).

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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 12 September 2025.

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 12/9$1,366

Mon 3/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Tue 25/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,443

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,458

Mon 10/1123:40MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 23/1109:25JNB - MEL

1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 11/9$1,475

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 11/9$1,496

Mon 27/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,514

Sun 26/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,543

Sun 12/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 26/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,546

Mon 13/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 27/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,550

Mon 27/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

Sun 9/1109:25JNB - MEL

2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,555

Mon 3/1123:40MEL - CPT

1 stop43h 50mQatar Airways

Wed 3/1212:35CPT - MEL

1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 11/9$1,832

Mon 3/1107:00MEL - CPT

2 stops35h 25mSingapore Airlines

Wed 3/1210:40CPT - MEL

2 stops22h 30mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,864

Best flights from Melbourne to South Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 11/9$1,430

Mon 27/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,514

Wed 28/116:10MEL - CPT

1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways

Mon 9/207:00CPT - MEL

2 stops31h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,734

Wed 28/107:00MEL - CPT

2 stops35h 25mSingapore Airlines

Mon 9/210:40CPT - MEL

2 stops34h 05mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,752

Thu 13/1100:45MEL - JNB

1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific

Fri 28/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 10/9$1,829

Mon 10/1120:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 23/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/9$1,930

Wed 22/1022:15MEL - CPT

1 stop46h 20mEmirates

Sun 26/1013:40CPT - MEL

1 stop43h 35mEmirates

Deal found 9/9$2,179

Wed 15/1018:45MEL - DUR

2 stops24h 45mSouth African

Sun 19/1011:00DUR - MEL

2 stops26h 05mSouth African

Deal found 10/9$2,262

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,496

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1011:20JNB - MEL

2 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,648

Mon 2/207:15MEL - JNB

2 stops34h 25mQatar Airways

Sat 14/213:45JNB - MEL

1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,770

Mon 3/1118:20MEL - JNB

2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways

Tue 25/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,656

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to South Africa
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to South Africa. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 1/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,592

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 12/9$1,366

Sun 12/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 26/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,546

Sun 12/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Sun 26/1017:30JNB - AVV

1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,938

Mon 13/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 27/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,550

Thu 23/1018:10MEL - CPT

2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 26/1006:05CPT - MEL

2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9$1,981

Sat 25/1016:15MEL - JNB

2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,576

Sat 25/1014:30MEL - CPT

2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1113:50CPT - MEL

2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$1,951

Sun 26/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,543

Sun 26/1018:20MEL - DUR

2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1116:00DUR - MEL

3 stops64h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,942

Mon 27/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$1,514

Mon 27/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

Sun 9/1109:25JNB - MEL

2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 10/9$1,555

One-way flights from Melbourne to South Africa
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Wed 15/1007:00MEL - JNB

3 stops58h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$838

Wed 12/1122:45MEL - JNB

3 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$840

Wed 15/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 10/9$863

Thu 16/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 11/9$866

Thu 15/113:10MEL - CPT

3 stops56h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$890

Fri 31/1013:20MEL - JNB

2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$896

Thu 15/113:10MEL - JNB

3 stops56h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9$906

Wed 15/1000:30MEL - JNB

3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$936

Thu 4/1217:55MEL - JNB

3 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$939

Thu 15/119:25MEL - JNB

1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 9/9$947

Sun 15/213:20MEL - CPT

3 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9$974

Sun 15/219:25MEL - CPT

2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 12/9$1,003

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

18:10-08:20

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

09:50-16:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,430

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,496

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

11:05-12:30

1 stop40h 25m

$1,514

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

18:10-08:20

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

11:20-13:20

2 stops41h 00m

$1,648

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,656

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,660

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

07:00-23:05

2 stops31h 05m

$1,734

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

07:00-09:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

10:40-05:45

2 stops34h 05m

$1,752

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

18:10-08:30

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

11:05-08:05

2 stops36h 00m

$1,764

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

07:15-08:40

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

13:45-23:05

1 stop24h 20m

$1,770

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Melbourne to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,706). 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?

When flying from Melbourne to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African 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

3,334 reviews

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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

3,334 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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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

1,365 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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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

7.6

Good

44 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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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

905 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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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

1,250 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

Check prices

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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How long is the flight from Melbourne to South Africa?
Departing from Melbourne to South Africa will take you 23h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $866. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Melbourne to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,706). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$1,072	Average$1,505	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$1,280	Average$1,624	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,304	Average$1,959	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,419	Average$1,980	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,454	Average$2,003	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,460	Average$1,906	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$1,501	Average$1,886	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
South African	Cheapest$1,524	Average$2,073	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,640	Average$2,251	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

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