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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South America from $916

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BOG
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
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 21 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,923

One-way from

$982

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,302

Good round-trip deal

$2,395 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,632 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 27/3-3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 00m total
  • Melbourne to South America
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15/2
  • 15/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • Melbourne to South America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($1,128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($180 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 21 October 2025.

Mon 3/1114:15MEL - BOG
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1109:00BOG - MEL
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/10$1,960
Sun 9/1112:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mLATAM Airlines
Fri 21/1101:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/10$1,987
Thu 13/1112:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mLATAM Airlines
Thu 27/1101:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 18/10$1,989
Tue 2/1209:20MEL - SCL
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1201:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/10$2,012
Thu 13/1112:30MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1113:00SCL - MEL
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/10$2,047
Wed 3/1212:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 40mLATAM Airlines
Tue 9/1201:30SCL - MEL
1 stop18h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/10$2,067
Wed 3/1206:45MEL - SCL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1201:30SCL - MEL
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/10$2,081
Sun 9/1112:30MEL - AEP
1 stop21h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sat 22/1121:05AEP - MEL
1 stop18h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/10$2,176
Sun 16/1112:30MEL - AEP
1 stop21h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sat 29/1121:05AEP - MEL
1 stop18h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/10$2,226
Sun 16/1112:30MEL - EZE
1 stop20h 13mLATAM Airlines
Sat 29/1119:43EZE - MEL
1 stop19h 42mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/10$2,227
Sun 9/1112:30MEL - EZE
2 stops55h 35mLATAM Airlines
Sat 22/1119:43EZE - MEL
1 stop19h 42mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/10$2,249
Sun 9/1112:30MEL - CUZ
1 stop25h 45mLATAM Airlines
Thu 13/1109:30CUZ - MEL
1 stop27h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/10$2,292

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to South America that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

South America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

12:30-06:45

2 stops34h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 5/12

08:30-05:25

1 stop28h 55m

$2,136

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:30-19:40

1 stop21h 10m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sat 22/11

21:05-05:25

1 stop18h 20m

$2,176

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

12:30-19:40

1 stop21h 10m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sat 29/11

21:05-05:25

1 stop18h 20m

$2,226

MelbourneMontevideo

MEL - MVD

MELMVD

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

12:30-17:15

1 stop18h 45m

Montevideo Carrasco

Sun 15/3

11:35-05:25

1 stop27h 50m

$2,281

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

06:45-00:05

2 stops33h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 1/12

00:15-05:25

1 stop37h 10m

$2,282

MelbourneCusco

MEL - CUZ

MELCUZ

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:30-22:15

1 stop25h 45m

Cusco Velazco Astete

Thu 13/11

09:30-05:25

1 stop27h 55m

$2,292

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

12:30-14:40

1 stop16h 10m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 8/12

21:05-05:25

1 stop18h 20m

$2,322

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - EZE

MELEZE

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

12:30-06:20

2 stops31h 50m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Thu 12/2

19:43-05:25

1 stop19h 42m

$2,324

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

09:20-14:55

1 stop19h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 9/12

13:00-14:35

2 stops35h 35m

$2,350

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

09:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 15/2

13:15-21:05

1 stop17h 50m

$2,402

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to South America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South America from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 $639). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,592). 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 21 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to South America in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to South America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to South America. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to South America flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 21 October 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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
922 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,651 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,023 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,868 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP

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 15h 55m. Fly via LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, or Cathay Pacific 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 $1,145. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and American Airlines, 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 - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez or Melbourne - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl, 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 $639). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South America in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,592). 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 21 October 2025.
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AviancaCheapest$547Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapest$649Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$683Average$3,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$753Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AeromexicoCheapest$864Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,043Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,098Average$2,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,201Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,544Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,683Average$2,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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