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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from $874

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
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
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 7 November 2025.

Sun 16/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1111:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,545
Tue 11/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,551
Sat 22/1117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1120:20JNB - MEL
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,684
Thu 13/1107:00MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/1213:40JNB - MEL
1 stop19h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,873
Tue 11/1117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Mon 17/1103:10JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11$1,900
Sun 23/1123:40MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 30/1118:55CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,987
Thu 4/1210:00MEL - CPT
3 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1215:25CPT - MEL
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,008
Fri 21/1118:20MEL - CPT
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1106:05CPT - MEL
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,016
Sat 6/1214:30MEL - CPT
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1214:35CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,074
Sun 23/1116:55MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1112:35CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$2,128
Sat 22/1116:55MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,141
Tue 25/1118:20MEL - CPT
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1217:15CPT - MEL
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,161

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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,456

One-way from

$874

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,834
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/4-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 40m 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 ($324 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:50-07:25

1 stop27h 35m

$1,459

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,473

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-08:15

1 stop27h 20m

$1,571

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

07:00-09:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

10:40-21:25

2 stops25h 45m

$1,673

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

06:40-18:50

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:30-23:25

1 stop16h 55m

$1,722

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

17:45-05:15

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

20:45-23:45

1 stop19h 00m

$1,804

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

19:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

10:40-08:15

2 stops36h 35m

$1,874

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

19:25-09:25

2 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

10:40-12:10

2 stops40h 30m

$1,916

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

19:55-15:35

2 stops28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

$1,982

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

18:25-13:05

2 stops26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:30-07:25

2 stops32h 55m

$1,996

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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 $1,028). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,580). 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 7 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Melbourne Airport 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 7 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
929 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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 $1,996, Singapore Airlines can have you in South Africa from Melbourne Airport in 29h 30m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and South Africa is about 10297 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?

    $900 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 RwandAir and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $988 and $1,165, 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 - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 $1,028). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,580). 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$874Average$1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,123Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,305Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,454Average$2,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,532Average$1,924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,553Average$2,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,583Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,595Average$2,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,673Average$2,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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