How long is the flight from Melbourne to South America?

LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne to South America in just under 12h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11288 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

$1,000 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LATAM Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $1,366 and $1,398, respectively.

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South America, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to South America?

While some choose either Melbourne - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, Melbourne - Bogotá El Dorado is the most popular route from Melbourne to South America.

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

Before booking your flight from Melbourne to South America, check out the most popular airlines for this route: LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways or United Airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to South America that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to South America flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to South America?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to South America.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to South America?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to South America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Deal found 31/7$1,367

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Deal found 1/8$1,497

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Deal found 4/8$1,558

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Deal found 4/8$1,670

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2 stops27h 00m

Deal found 4/8$1,726

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Deal found 5/8$3,883

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Round-trip from	$1,497
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Average price	$2,086

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MEL Melbourne - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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Melbourne

Fri 28/8

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

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02:35-11:40

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Fri 28/8

07:45-14:15

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06:35-19:40

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08:40-05:40

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MEL Melbourne - ASU Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi

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12:01-17:40

1 stop18h 39m

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Melbourne

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09:00-18:21

2 stops23h 21m

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15:10-10:05

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$2,021

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL Melbourne - AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

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08:00-20:40

2 stops25h 40m

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09:35-23:35

2 stops25h 00m

$2,045

MelbourneBogotá

AVV Melbourne Avalon - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

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Melbourne Avalon

Mon 17/8

06:00-21:35

2 stops30h 35m

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Mon 14/9

08:00-22:50

2 stops47h 50m

$2,080

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MEL Melbourne - ASU Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi

MELASU

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Mon 24/8

07:00-17:40

2 stops23h 40m

Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi

Thu 27/8

08:10-05:40

3 stops56h 30m

$2,113

MelbourneLima

AVV Melbourne Avalon - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

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Melbourne Avalon

Sun 30/8

06:00-16:25

2 stops25h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 6/9

17:20-14:10

2 stops29h 50m

$2,185

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $2,046). Flying from Melbourne to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,189). 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 SA?

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to South America in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to South America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to South America, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andLATAM Airlines from Melbourne to South America. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,079 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

LATAM Airlines

7.4

Good

1,973 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,073 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,866 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

251 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

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How long is the flight from Melbourne to South America?
LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne to South America in just under 12h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11288 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to South America one-way?
$1,000 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LATAM Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $1,366 and $1,398, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to South America?
While some choose either Melbourne - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, Melbourne - Bogotá El Dorado is the most popular route from Melbourne to South America.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to South America that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to South America flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to South America?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to South America.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to South America?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to South America 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 America?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $2,046). Flying from Melbourne to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,189). 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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Avianca	Cheapest$529	Average$687	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search Avianca flights
Delta	Cheapest$581	Average$1,200	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$603	Average$794	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$633	Average$3,107	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$697	Average$2,390	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$891	Average$1,027	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$963	Average$1,086	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,031	Average$3,108	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,155	Average$2,779	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,423	Average$1,516	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to South America in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to South America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to South America, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

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Direct flights from Melbourne to South America
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Last-minute flights from Melbourne to South America
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One-way flights from Melbourne to South America
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