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Cheap flights from Melbourne to South America from $1,017

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BOG
2 Jul — 9 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 27 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,696

One-way from

$1,017

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,223
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 9/8-15/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 30m total
  • Melbourne to South America
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 23/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 15m total
  • Melbourne to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($1,124 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($143 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to South America

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 27 June 2025.

Sat 9/808:10MEL - SCL
2 stops19h 55mLATAM Airlines
Fri 15/801:45SCL - MEL
1 stop18h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,696
Mon 4/807:00MEL - SCL
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/801:45SCL - MEL
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6$1,714
Mon 11/812:00MEL - LIM
1 stop37h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 18/809:35LIM - MEL
1 stop28h 40mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 27/6$1,749
Mon 11/812:00MEL - LIM
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/817:15LIM - MEL
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6$1,751
Thu 7/808:00MEL - AEP
3 stops24h 40mLATAM Airlines
Thu 14/821:05AEP - MEL
1 stop19h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,758
Thu 7/808:10MEL - EZE
3 stops28h 17mLATAM Airlines
Thu 14/819:13EZE - MEL
1 stop21h 02mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,761
Sun 10/809:25MEL - GRU
2 stops27h 30mLATAM Airlines
Sun 17/820:05GRU - MEL
2 stops25h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,824
Thu 7/809:25MEL - AEP
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/821:05AEP - MEL
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,826
Wed 16/712:00MEL - SCL
Nonstop12h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 16/800:45SCL - MEL
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/6$1,838
Mon 11/808:10MEL - GIG
3 stops25h 55mLATAM Airlines
Mon 18/818:05GIG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,842
Mon 28/706:00AVV - SCL
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/800:40SCL - AVV
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,847
Thu 7/809:25MEL - EZE
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/803:55EZE - MEL
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,849

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to South America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to South America that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

South America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 9/8

08:10-14:05

2 stops19h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 15/8

01:45-10:20

1 stop18h 35m

$1,696

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 10/8

01:45-14:35

1 stop22h 50m

$1,732

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Mon 28/7

12:00-15:30

1 stop18h 30m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 11/8

14:30-05:15

1 stop23h 45m

$1,752

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

08:00-19:40

3 stops24h 40m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Thu 14/8

21:05-05:15

1 stop19h 10m

$1,758

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - EZE

MELEZE

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

08:10-23:27

3 stops28h 17m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Thu 14/8

19:13-05:15

1 stop21h 02m

$1,761

MelbourneSao Paulo

MEL - GRU

MELGRU

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

09:25-23:55

2 stops27h 30m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 17/8

20:05-10:05

2 stops25h 00m

$1,824

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - AEP

MELAEP

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

09:25-19:40

2 stops23h 15m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Thu 14/8

21:05-05:15

1 stop19h 10m

$1,826

MelbourneLima

MEL - LIM

MELLIM

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

23:55-19:40

2 stops34h 45m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 12/8

16:20-13:05

3 stops29h 45m

$1,830

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

12:00-10:50

Nonstop12h 50m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 16/8

00:45-05:15

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,838

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - GIG

MELGIG

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

08:10-21:05

3 stops25h 55m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 18/8

18:05-05:15

1 stop22h 10m

$1,842

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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 to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $1,617). Flying from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andLATAM Airlines from Melbourne to South America. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

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

    $1,017 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LATAM Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $1,341 and $1,422, respectively.

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    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 to South America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South America (average of $1,617). Flying from Melbourne 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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AviancaCheapest$544Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,236Average$3,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,472Average$2,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,722Average$2,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,294Average$2,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,305Average$2,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,575Average$2,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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