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Cheap flights from Melbourne to South America from $1,106

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BOG
29 May — 5 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to South America

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2026.

Thu 12/1112:10
MEL
-
EZE
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/1102:00
EZE
-
MEL
1 stop23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,909
Mon 22/608:35
MEL
-
EZE
1 stop20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/702:15
EZE
-
MEL
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,921
Wed 10/612:00
MEL
-
LIM
1 stop19h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 17/616:20
LIM
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,942
Sun 10/513:30
MEL
-
BOG
3 stops34h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/1006:10
BOG
-
MEL
3 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,959
Sat 16/507:45
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 24/701:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,960
Wed 10/612:00
MEL
-
LIM
1 stop22h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 27/617:20
LIM
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,978
Fri 12/608:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 18/601:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,980
Wed 3/608:15
MEL
-
LIM
2 stops22h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 18/617:20
LIM
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,981
Tue 26/508:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 8/612:15
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop20h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,981
Tue 9/609:25
MEL
-
LIM
2 stops25h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 16/617:20
LIM
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,983
Wed 27/512:00
MEL
-
CUZ
1 stop20h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 10/609:30
CUZ
-
MEL
1 stop29h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,984
Mon 13/708:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 25/701:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,985

Find flight deals from Melbourne to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to South America flight deals. Data was last updated 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,921

One-way from

$1,106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,296
22/6-2/7
  • 22/6-2/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 25m total
  • Melbourne to South America
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7/6
  • 7/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Melbourne to South America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($834 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($128 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to South America 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 29 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to South America that are best for you.

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MelbourneBogotá

MEL - BOG

MELBOG

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

14:25-09:29

3 stops35h 04m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 6/11

05:50-12:25

3 stops38h 35m

$1,985

MelbourneCusco

MEL - CUZ

MELCUZ

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

12:00-17:10

1 stop20h 10m

Cusco Velazco Astete

Wed 10/6

09:30-05:40

1 stop29h 10m

$2,062

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

09:25-19:40

2 stops25h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 16/6

23:45-05:40

2 stops38h 55m

$2,080

MelbourneSantiago

AVV - SCL

AVVSCL

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 13/7

20:55-10:30

1 stop27h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 25/7

01:35-14:10

1 stop22h 35m

$2,125

MelbourneSantiago

AVV - SCL

AVVSCL

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/5

20:55-10:30

1 stop27h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 22/5

01:35-22:50

1 stop31h 15m

$2,132

MelbourneSantiago

AVV - SCL

AVVSCL

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 7/6

20:55-10:30

1 stop27h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 16/6

01:35-22:50

1 stop31h 15m

$2,134

MelbourneSantiago

AVV - SCL

AVVSCL

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 21/7

20:55-10:30

1 stop27h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 3/8

01:35-22:50

1 stop31h 15m

$2,136

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

12:00-14:50

1 stop15h 50m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sun 31/5

20:05-05:40

2 stops44h 35m

$2,147

MelbourneSantiago

AVV - SCL

AVVSCL

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 29/6

20:55-10:30

1 stop27h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 6/7

01:35-22:50

1 stop31h 15m

$2,150

MelbourneCusco

MEL - CUZ

MELCUZ

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

12:00-17:10

1 stop20h 10m

Cusco Velazco Astete

Fri 14/8

09:30-05:40

1 stop29h 10m

$2,161

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to South America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to South America

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 58 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $517). Flying from Melbourne to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,344). 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?

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 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to South America as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South America. 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 America. Reviews last updated 29 April 2026.
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
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,028 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,913 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,680 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
240 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to South America. 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 to South America?

    LATAM Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne to South America in just under 16h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 14m. 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?

    $941 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 Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $1,164 and $1,232, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Melbourne - Bogotá El Dorado or Melbourne - Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery, Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $517). Flying from Melbourne to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,344). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to South America. 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$517Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$564Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Copa AirlinesCheapest$593Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$613Average$3,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$882Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$946Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$2,876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,089Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,253Average$2,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,353Average$2,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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