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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 809

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 963

One-way from

R7 809

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 003
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 2/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R32 245 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 201 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2025.

Fri 2/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 15/514:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/3R14 963
Sun 4/511:20JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/523:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R16 310
Tue 6/513:55JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 13/515:15MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R16 328
Sun 20/49:50JNB - MEL
2 stops40h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 27/45:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R18 512
Sun 25/515:55CPT - MEL
2 stops29h 25mSouth African
Sun 24/819:45MEL - CPT
2 stops22h 40mSouth African
Deal found 22/3R19 149
Thu 2/1020:55JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 00mSouth African
Fri 31/1018:50MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mSouth African
Deal found 22/3R19 732
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Tue 16/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 22/3R19 859
Mon 21/418:45JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 28/46:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/3R19 950
Sun 1/67:00CPT - MEL
2 stops26h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 27/76:00MEL - CPT
2 stops24h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/3R20 023
Mon 5/515:45PLZ - MEL
2 stops46h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/514:25MEL - PLZ
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R20 424
Fri 8/810:40CPT - MEL
2 stops36h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sat 25/100:35MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/3R20 515
Tue 6/513:00CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 13/515:15MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R20 770

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Melbourne 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/5

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

14:25-7:40

1 stop25h 15m

R14 963

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

11:20-23:35

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

23:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

R16 310

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

13:55-23:10

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

15:15-16:10

1 stop32h 55m

R16 328

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/4

9:50-10:35

2 stops40h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

5:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R18 512

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/5

15:55-5:20

2 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 24/8

19:45-10:25

2 stops22h 40m

R19 149

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/4

18:45-18:50

1 stop16h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

R19 950

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

7:00-17:55

2 stops26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

6:00-22:50

2 stops24h 50m

R20 023

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Mon 5/5

15:45-22:15

2 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

14:25-15:05

2 stops32h 40m

R20 424

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

0:35-9:25

2 stops41h 50m

R20 515

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

13:00-23:10

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

15:15-10:50

1 stop27h 35m

R20 770

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 ZA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 23 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
832 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 283 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Melbourne are Qatar Airways (R7 809), Cathay Pacific (R8 319), and Etihad Airways (R9 374).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Melbourne?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Melbourne or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne Avalon, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne is the most popular route from South Africa to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Melbourne 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 South Africa to Melbourne?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 128AverageR20 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 339AverageR19 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 839AverageR21 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 997AverageR19 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 873AverageR19 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 386AverageR23 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 880AverageR21 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR20 989AverageR25 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 149AverageR23 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 686AverageR26 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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