Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South America from $918

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BOG
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,725

One-way from

$918

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,556

Good round-trip deal

$2,043 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,310 or less
30/10-6/11
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 6 total stops
  • 80h 35m total
  • Melbourne to South America
20/10
  • 20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 26m total
  • Melbourne to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($1,137 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($165 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to South America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight 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 17 September 2025.

Thu 30/1014:30MEL - MDE
3 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1110:45MDE - MEL
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,725
Fri 31/1010:30MEL - BOG
2 stops49h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1108:35BOG - MEL
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$2,018
Thu 30/1014:30MEL - LIM
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1100:50LIM - MEL
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,018
Thu 23/1009:15MEL - SCL
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1101:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,018
Mon 10/1112:30MEL - LIM
1 stop23h 40mLATAM Airlines
Mon 17/1116:20LIM - MEL
1 stop21h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,029
Mon 17/1112:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mLATAM Airlines
Wed 19/1101:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,033
Mon 13/1013:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 50mLATAM Airlines
Sat 18/1001:45SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,038
Fri 24/1006:30MEL - SCL
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1113:00SCL - MEL
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,042
Sun 9/1112:30MEL - LIM
1 stop19h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 17/1117:50LIM - MEL
1 stop19h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,047
Sun 12/1007:30MEL - SCL
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1001:45SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$2,056
Sun 9/1107:25MEL - LIM
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1116:20LIM - MEL
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,063
Mon 17/1107:25MEL - SCL
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1101:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,065

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Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

South America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:30-16:50

1 stop20h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 17/11

20:25-05:25

3 stops41h 00m

$2,173

MelbourneMedellín

MEL - MDE

MELMDE

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

09:45-08:17

2 stops38h 32m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 30/10

05:00-09:30

2 stops36h 30m

$2,206

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

13:00-19:40

1 stop20h 40m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Fri 31/10

20:25-05:25

2 stops43h 00m

$2,231

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

18:45-15:10

1 stop34h 25m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 23/10

01:35-08:20

1 stop40h 45m

$2,248

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

23:55-20:10

2 stops36h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 11/11

08:30-05:25

1 stop28h 55m

$2,266

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

00:45-22:15

2 stops59h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 10/3

13:05-23:00

2 stops43h 55m

$2,285

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

08:40-22:15

2 stops51h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 5/3

13:05-23:00

2 stops43h 55m

$2,285

MelbourneGuayaquil

MEL - GYE

MELGYE

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

10:30-13:34

2 stops43h 04m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 6/11

04:31-10:00

3 stops37h 29m

$2,300

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

13:00-20:55

1 stop21h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 20/11

10:20-05:25

1 stop29h 05m

$2,321

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

12:30-14:40

1 stop16h 10m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 23/3

21:05-12:05

2 stops25h 00m

$2,357

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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 $1,577). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,105). 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 17 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport 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 17 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to South America, such as LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sept 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sept 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sept 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sept 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sept 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sept 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

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 Airport to South America?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to South America in 20h 20m. Fly via LATAM Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Melbourne Airport and South America are separated by a distance of 12962 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 $1,097. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific, 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?

  • 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 $1,577). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,105). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$533Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapest$633Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$676Average$3,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$734Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AeromexicoCheapest$842Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,092Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,314Average$2,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,505Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,653Average$2,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$2,132Average$2,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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