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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from $838

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
12 loka — 19 loka1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 12 syyskuu 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,430

One-way from

$838

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,707
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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15/10
  • 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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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 syyskuu 2025.

to 9/1018:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways
la 25/1009:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/9$1,366
ma 3/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
ti 25/1109:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,443
pe 14/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
su 30/1109:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,458
ma 10/1123:40MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
su 23/1109:25JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/9$1,475
pe 14/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
pe 28/1109:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9$1,496
ma 27/1018:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
ma 3/1111:05JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,514
su 26/1018:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
su 2/1111:05JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,543
su 12/1018:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
su 26/1011:05JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,546
ma 13/1018:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
ma 27/1011:05JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,550
ma 27/1017:10MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
su 9/1109:25JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,555
ma 3/1123:40MEL - CPT
1 stop43h 50mQatar Airways
ke 3/1212:35CPT - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/9$1,832
ma 3/1107:00MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 25mSingapore Airlines
ke 3/1210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,864

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

to 9/10

18:10-08:20

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

la 25/10

09:50-16:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,430

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

pe 14/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 28/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,496

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

ma 27/10

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 3/11

11:05-12:30

1 stop40h 25m

$1,514

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

to 9/10

18:10-08:20

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

la 25/10

11:20-13:20

2 stops41h 00m

$1,648

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

ma 3/11

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 25/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,656

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

pe 14/11

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 30/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,660

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

ke 28/1

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

ma 9/2

07:00-23:05

2 stops31h 05m

$1,734

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

ke 28/1

07:00-09:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ma 9/2

10:40-05:45

2 stops34h 05m

$1,752

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

ma 13/10

18:10-08:30

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 27/10

11:05-08:05

2 stops36h 00m

$1,764

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

ma 2/2

07:15-08:40

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

la 14/2

13:45-23:05

1 stop24h 20m

$1,770

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 11/9

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

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 12 syyskuu 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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

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 12 syyskuu 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African 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
3,334 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
1,365 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
7.6
Good
44 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
905 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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
1,250 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

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 $1,430, Etihad Airways can have you in South Africa from Melbourne Airport in 23h 10m. 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?

    $866 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 Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $947 and $1,050, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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

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 12 syyskuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,280Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,304Average$1,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,454Average$2,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,460Average$1,906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,501Average$1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,521Average$1,977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,524Average$2,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,640Average$2,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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