How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to South America?

There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to South America in 16h 15m. Fly via LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Melbourne Airport and South America are separated by a distance of 11288 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $993. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to South America for a low price.

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 Airport to South America?

While some choose either Melbourne - Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini or Melbourne - Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery, Melbourne - Bogotá El Dorado is the most popular route from Melbourne Airport to South America.

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

LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport 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.

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Average price	$2,085
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Good one-way deal	$1,252 or less

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12:20-05:25

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22:30-11:10

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South America (average of $2,051). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,177). 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 Airport 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 Airport to South America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to South America, such as Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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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

254 reviews

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8.0

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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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7.5

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254 reviews

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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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7.4

Good

1,988 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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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

10,102 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

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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

11,969 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

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254 reviews

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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 Airport to South America?
There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to South America in 16h 15m. Fly via LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Melbourne Airport and South America are separated by a distance of 11288 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to South America one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $993. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to South America for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to South America?
While some choose either Melbourne - Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini or Melbourne - Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery, Melbourne - Bogotá El Dorado is the most popular route from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to South America?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South America (average of $2,051). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,177). 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$528	Average$706	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search Avianca flights
Delta	Cheapest$577	Average$1,192	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$599	Average$739	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$629	Average$3,248	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$892	Average$1,014	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$956	Average$1,073	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,093	Average$1,479	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,106	Average$3,085	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,148	Average$2,761	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$1,363	Average$2,438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights

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It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to South America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to South America, such as Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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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 20 August 2026.

Best flights from Melbourne to South America
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Direct flights from Melbourne to South America
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One-way flights from Melbourne to South America
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