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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R10 369

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — MEL
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 32 days in advance to save up to 6% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 32 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Africa to Melbourne 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R22 723, or R24 582 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Melbourne?

Flights from South Africa to Melbourne lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from South Africa to Melbourne in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at R15 234.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Melbourne (ZA - MEL)?

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.

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from South Africa to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between South Africa and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from South Africa to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sun 3/1117:20JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 24/116:00MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R20 610
Sun 3/1117:20JNB - AVV
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 24/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R21 065
Mon 11/1117:20JNB - AVV
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 1/126:00AVV - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R23 179
Tue 20/817:55JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 11/96:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R26 933
Wed 5/617:55JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 3/76:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R34 823
Thu 30/517:55JNB - AVV
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 6/66:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R40 162

Cheap Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Etihad Airways for the route between South Africa and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Melbourne. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Mon 11/119:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/126:00MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R20 992
Mon 19/89:55JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 18/99:00MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R27 115

Cheap South Africa to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from South Africa to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 30/513:35JNB - MEL
2 stops48h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/614:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R19 407
Thu 30/520:15JNB - MEL
2 stops42h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/66:55MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R20 464
Sat 1/620:20CPT - MEL
2 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/714:25MEL - CPT
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R20 755
Mon 3/616:35CPT - MEL
2 stops43h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/621:20MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R21 193
Sat 1/613:00CPT - MEL
2 stops38h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 7/67:25MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R21 229
Fri 31/56:50CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/67:25MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R21 448
Sat 15/613:35JNB - MEL
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/611:00MEL - JNB
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R21 521
Sat 1/613:00CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/614:25MEL - CPT
2 stops52h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R21 557
Tue 28/56:00CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/614:25MEL - CPT
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R22 067

South Africa to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from South Africa to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 29/510:10JNB - MEL
2 stops44h 25mAir China
Wed 5/620:00MEL - JNB
2 stops44h 00mAir China
Deal found 15/5R16 692
Sun 3/1111:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/1121:00MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R16 783
Sun 3/1111:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/1121:00MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R16 874
Tue 20/811:20JNB - MEL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/923:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R17 074
Sun 17/1117:20JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 26/1121:00MEL - JNB
1 stop26h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5R17 293
Sun 17/1111:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 26/118:50MEL - JNB
2 stops38h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R17 330
Tue 17/911:20JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R17 512
Sun 15/911:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 9/1115:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R17 530
Fri 20/911:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 12/108:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R18 022

One-way flights to Melbourne from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from South Africa to Melbourne, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from South Africa to Melbourne should utilize the search form above.
Wed 7/86:30DUR - MEL
2 stops33h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R10 369
Tue 24/97:00DUR - MEL
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R11 280
Wed 7/86:25DUR - MEL
3 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R11 608
Sun 22/96:00DUR - MEL
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R11 626
Wed 7/811:55DUR - MEL
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R12 337
Fri 14/610:45JNB - MEL
3 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 503
Fri 14/610:10JNB - MEL
2 stops44h 25mAir China
Deal found 16/5R13 867
Wed 25/911:55DUR - MEL
2 stops36h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R13 904
Wed 25/96:25DUR - MEL
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 995

Find flights from South Africa to Melbourne within your budget

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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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R16 874 - R25 184

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Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/11

1 stop40h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 24/11

2 stops43h 30m

R16 874

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/8

1 stop39h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 11/9

1 stop39h 55m

R17 566

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/11

1 stop15h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 24/11

1 stop17h 50m

R20 610

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/11

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 1/12

2 stops35h 30m

R20 992

Cape Town IntlMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/6

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 10/6

2 stops46h 30m

R21 193

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/11

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 1/12

2 stops28h 40m

R22 924

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/11

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 1/12

1 stop19h 40m

R22 960

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/5

1 stop32h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 6/6

1 stop37h 00m

R23 197

Johannesburg OR TamboMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/6

2 stops39h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 3/7

2 stops37h 20m

R25 184

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Deals found on 16/5

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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 16 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

KLM
7,9
Good
1 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Cathay Pacific
7,8
Good
1 084 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 387 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Melbourne for under R16 900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Melbourne for under R16 900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R16 874, but on average you can expect to pay R20 427.

  • 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 (R10 369), Air China (R13 867), and Turkish Airlines (R14 888).

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

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Before booking your flight from South Africa to Melbourne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Cathay Pacific, Emirates or Ethiopian Air.

  • What does JNB to MEL mean?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is JNB and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Melbourne. 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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 239AverageR22 991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 503AverageR23 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 902AverageR19 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 049AverageR22 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 771AverageR27 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR21 028AverageR22 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR21 115AverageR24 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR21 956AverageR24 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR23 392AverageR25 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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