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 18h 35m. 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 $996. 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 - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, 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	$2,091
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Good one-way deal	$1,252 or less

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MEL Melbourne - GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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12:00-21:15

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13:10-23:35

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06:35-14:30

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01:50-05:50

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12:50-13:20

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$2,315

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12:30-16:50

1 stop18h 20m

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17:40-05:25

1 stop21h 45m

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MEL Melbourne - SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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Fri 11/9

07:00-15:25

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12:30-16:50

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17:40-05:25

1 stop21h 45m

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12:00-07:40

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22:30-15:05

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$2,425

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MEL Melbourne - ASU Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi

MELASU

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Sat 24/10

13:00-06:15

2 stops31h 15m

Asuncion Silvio Pettirossi

Wed 28/10

11:30-10:05

2 stops32h 35m

$2,443

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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 $2,057). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,186). 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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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.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,081 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 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

1,979 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 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

10,111 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 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

11,938 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 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 Airport to South America?
There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to South America in 18h 35m. 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 $996. 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 - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Melbourne - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, 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 $2,057). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,186). 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$527	Average$705	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search Avianca flights
Delta	Cheapest$579	Average$1,196	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$601	Average$838	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$631	Average$3,110	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$894	Average$1,023	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$959	Average$1,083	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,058	Average$3,143	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,151	Average$2,788	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$1,369	Average$2,441	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,418	Average$1,510	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia 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 14 August 2026.

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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