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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South America from $1,077

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BOG
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,777

One-way from

$1,077

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,121

Good round-trip deal

$2,298 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,273 or less
13/8-19/8
  • 13/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Melbourne to South America
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15/11
  • 15/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 10m total
  • Melbourne to South America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($1,160 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($150 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 18 July 2025.

Wed 13/812:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/800:40SCL - MEL
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,777
Sat 23/812:00MEL - EZE
1 stop19h 12mLATAM Airlines
Mon 8/918:13EZE - MEL
1 stop22h 02mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,837
Sat 23/812:00MEL - AEP
1 stop20h 40mLATAM Airlines
Mon 8/915:40AEP - MEL
1 stop24h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,837
Tue 5/808:00MEL - LIM
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/817:15LIM - MEL
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,902
Mon 25/812:00MEL - BOG
2 stops39h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 8/906:35BOG - MEL
1 stop31h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,931
Mon 11/808:10MEL - SCL
2 stops19h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 21/800:45SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,939
Sat 30/813:30MEL - MDE
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/909:15MDE - MEL
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,984
Mon 18/812:00MEL - GRU
1 stop19h 15mLATAM Airlines
Mon 1/920:10GRU - MEL
1 stop20h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/7$2,004
Sat 9/823:55MEL - LIM
2 stops34h 45mLATAM Airlines
Thu 21/811:40LIM - MEL
1 stop26h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/7$2,004
Mon 18/812:00MEL - GIG
1 stop22h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 28/818:05GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/7$2,073
Sat 23/807:15MEL - EZE
3 stops29h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/905:35EZE - MEL
3 stops43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$2,085
Thu 23/1009:25MEL - SCL
1 stop19h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 12/1101:10SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/7$2,144

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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

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 19/8

00:40-15:35

2 stops24h 55m

$1,777

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - EZE

MELEZE

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

12:00-18:12

1 stop19h 12m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Mon 8/9

18:13-05:15

1 stop22h 02m

$1,837

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

12:00-19:40

1 stop20h 40m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 8/9

15:40-05:15

1 stop24h 35m

$1,837

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 6/9

01:45-05:15

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,868

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

08:00-16:25

2 stops23h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 16/8

17:15-05:15

1 stop21h 00m

$1,902

MelbourneBogotá

MEL - BOG

MELBOG

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

12:00-12:00

2 stops39h 00m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 8/9

06:35-05:15

1 stop31h 40m

$1,931

MelbourneMedellín

MEL - MDE

MELMDE

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

13:30-08:55

3 stops34h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 6/9

09:15-12:00

3 stops35h 45m

$1,984

MelbourneSao Paulo

MEL - GRU

MELGRU

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

12:00-18:15

1 stop19h 15m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 1/9

20:10-05:15

1 stop20h 05m

$2,004

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Sat 9/8

23:55-19:40

2 stops34h 45m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 21/8

11:40-05:15

1 stop26h 35m

$2,004

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

12:00-21:05

1 stop22h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 28/8

18:05-05:15

1 stop22h 10m

$2,073

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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 Airport to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South America (average of $1,617). 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 18 July 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 18 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to South America, such as Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andLATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
935 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,810 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
881 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,June 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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.

  • 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 $1,101. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways 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?

    While some choose either Melbourne - Lima J Chavez 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South America (average of $1,617). 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

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 18 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$528Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$756Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AeromexicoCheapest$867Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,118Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,373Average$3,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,499Average$3,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,738Average$2,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,297Average$2,967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,314Average$2,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,326Average$2,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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