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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from $890

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 27 November 2025.

Thu 25/1206:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/117:30JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,670
Mon 1/1216:40MEL - JNB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/319:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,679
Tue 25/1100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$1,731
Mon 1/1223:40MEL - JNB
1 stop42h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 30/314:45JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,807
Fri 28/1123:00MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,945
Mon 1/1206:15MEL - JNB
1 stop37h 10mEmirates
Mon 30/322:20JNB - MEL
2 stops26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 25/11$2,048
Wed 26/1123:40MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 40mRwandAir
Wed 3/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Deal found 24/11$2,073
Fri 28/1123:00MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,116
Sun 30/1100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 30/311:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$2,120
Mon 1/1206:45MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/311:20JNB - MEL
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,219
Fri 28/1114:30MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1214:35CPT - MEL
3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,225
Fri 28/1123:00MEL - CPT
1 stop44h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1217:15CPT - MEL
2 stops62h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,342

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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,436

One-way from

$890

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,822
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 26/5-2/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 50m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 00m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($279 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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South Africa

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Depart

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

15:40-18:35

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

13:45-11:00

1 stop37h 15m

$1,662

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

19:25-06:10

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,722

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

18:20-12:30

2 stops27h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 5/5

11:55-22:10

1 stop26h 15m

$1,791

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

19:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

10:40-21:25

2 stops25h 45m

$1,799

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,813

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

16:10-17:15

1 stop33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

11:55-22:10

1 stop26h 15m

$1,847

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:55-05:45

1 stop24h 50m

$1,860

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

19:55-18:10

1 stop37h 15m

$1,860

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:55-18:10

1 stop37h 15m

$1,860

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:15-18:35

1 stop41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-20:35

1 stop40h 45m

$1,868

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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 $1,002). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,567). 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 27 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 27 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
3,422 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
1,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
944 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
1,312 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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 $1,847, Singapore Airlines can have you in South Africa from Melbourne Airport in 33h 05m. 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?

    $890 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 $984 and $1,024, 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 $1,002). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,567). 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$870Average$1,894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,122Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,301Average$1,603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,451Average$2,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,530Average$1,922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,546Average$2,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,581Average$1,941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,586Average$2,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,658Average$2,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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