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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from $759

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to South Africa

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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 22 February 2026.

Tue 3/1100:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 25/1119:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,192
Fri 6/1107:00
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/1119:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,194
Mon 20/715:30
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 10/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,196
Sun 9/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 19/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,267
Fri 31/718:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,268
Sun 2/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,271
Wed 22/705:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 7/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,299
Sun 19/718:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 8/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,356
Sat 8/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 19/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,377
Wed 11/1119:25
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 27/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops40h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,615
Thu 9/415:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/413:50
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,663
Sat 2/515:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/515:25
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,693

Find 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 22 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,196

One-way from

$759

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,299
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 20/7-8/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 45m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 00m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($190 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 February 2026.
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Melbourne

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:50-04:40

1 stop24h 50m

$1,439

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

13:45-07:25

1 stop33h 40m

$1,439

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

07:45-08:20

3 stops33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

$1,565

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:50-17:10

1 stop37h 20m

$1,680

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

18:50-15:35

2 stops29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

$1,708

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

20:55-02:20

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

16:50-04:55

2 stops28h 05m

$1,752

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

20:55-02:20

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

16:50-04:55

2 stops28h 05m

$1,752

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

13:00-13:05

2 stops32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

08:55-22:10

2 stops29h 15m

$1,785

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,789

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

18:20-20:30

2 stops35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

05:45-23:20

2 stops32h 35m

$1,823

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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 Airport to South Africa

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South Africa (average of $954). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,388). 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 often are flights from Melbourne to South Africa delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Melbourne and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 320 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 100% of flights being delayed.

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 22 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to South Africa. 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
1,463 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
997 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7.5
Good
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,407 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 Airport to South Africa?

    For as low as $1,439, Singapore Airlines can have you in South Africa from Melbourne Airport in 20h 40m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and South Africa is about 10313 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $683 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $741 and $818, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Melbourne Airport to South Africa is Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider Melbourne - Cape Town Intl or Melbourne - Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • 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 Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South Africa (average of $954). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,388). 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 22 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$756Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$826Average$1,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$924Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,285Average$2,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,404Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,412Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,483Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,514Average$2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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