How long is the flight from Melbourne to South America?

LATAM Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne to South America in just under 32h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14618 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?

$1,010 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $1,394 and $1,761, 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 - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez or Melbourne - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl, 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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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to South America that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 October 2026.

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Find flight deals from Melbourne to South America

Round-trip from	$1,722
One-way from	$952
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Cheapest in	May
Average price	$2,193

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MEL Melbourne - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

MELBOG

Melbourne

Wed 17/3

13:45-12:02

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Wed 31/12

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MEL Melbourne - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

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MelbourneBogotá

MEL Melbourne - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

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Bogotá El Dorado

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MelbourneBogotá

MEL Melbourne - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

MELBOG

Melbourne

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11:30-11:51

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Wed 31/12

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$1,331

MelbourneSao Paulo

MEL Melbourne - GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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00:00-13:00

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MEL Melbourne - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

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Melbourne

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12:30-20:55

1 stop24h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,335

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $2,081). Flying from Melbourne to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,207). 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 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Melbourne to South America delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Melbourne and South America have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 minutes.

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

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

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 America flights?

Over the past year, LATAM Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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 54 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

261 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

261 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

261 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

1,121 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

261 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

1,970 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

261 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

7.3

Good

10,443 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

261 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

7.0

Good

12,202 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

261 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, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne to South America in just under 32h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14618 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?
$1,010 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $1,394 and $1,761, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to South America?
While some choose either Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez or Melbourne - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $2,081). Flying from Melbourne to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,207). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to South America

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Avianca	Cheapest$532	Average$746	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search Avianca flights
Delta	Cheapest$582	Average$1,260	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$604	Average$836	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$635	Average$3,371	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$837	Average$1,081	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$899	Average$1,021	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,147	Average$1,485	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,156	Average$3,593	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$1,419	Average$2,457	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,940	Average$2,931	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

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Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to South America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 October 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to South America in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Melbourne to South America delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Melbourne and South America have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 minutes.

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

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

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 America flights?

Over the past year, LATAM Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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 54 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.

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How long is the flight from Melbourne to South America?

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

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

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

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

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

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