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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Africa from $565

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
18 Mar — 25 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 13 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,178

One-way from

$565

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,059
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 17/3-31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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20/3
  • 20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($201 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 March 2025.

Mon 17/307:10MEL - NBO
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/300:30NBO - MEL
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,178
Tue 15/420:20MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Wed 7/514:45CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,292
Mon 21/711:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 1/914:30CAI - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/3$1,325
Tue 8/705:15MEL - CAI
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/802:45CAI - MEL
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,360
Sun 1/605:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 15/609:50JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,519
Mon 19/518:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 2/613:45JNB - MEL
1 stop37h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,571
Thu 29/505:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/609:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,632
Sat 12/421:45MEL - NBO
1 stop32h 15mAirAsia X
Fri 18/400:30NBO - MEL
1 stop22h 00mAirAsia X
Deal found 13/3$1,651
Wed 2/406:15MEL - MRU
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/409:45MRU - MEL
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,671
Fri 14/1100:35MEL - CPT
2 stops41h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/210:40CPT - MEL
2 stops34h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,697
Thu 20/320:30MEL - NBO
1 stop30h 05mAir India
Fri 4/420:05NBO - MEL
1 stop38h 50mAir India
Deal found 12/3$1,714
Tue 10/610:20MEL - NBO
2 stops27h 30mChina Southern
Fri 20/615:40NBO - MEL
2 stops44h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$1,763

Find flights from Melbourne to Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Africa 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 13 March 2025.

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Melbourne

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Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 3/4

08:00-23:00

2 stops47h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 7/4

00:30-05:30

1 stop22h 00m

$1,249

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 15/4

20:20-05:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Wed 7/5

14:45-14:20

1 stop40h 35m

$1,292

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Mon 1/9

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,325

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 8/7

05:15-11:05

2 stops36h 50m

Cairo

Thu 14/8

02:45-20:20

2 stops34h 35m

$1,360

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

05:00-08:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

09:50-03:10

1 stop33h 20m

$1,519

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

13:45-11:00

1 stop37h 15m

$1,571

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

05:00-08:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/6

09:50-21:05

2 stops27h 15m

$1,632

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sat 12/4

21:45-23:00

1 stop32h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 18/4

00:30-05:30

1 stop22h 00m

$1,651

MelbournePort Louis

MEL - MRU

MELMRU

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

06:15-08:30

2 stops33h 15m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Sun 13/4

09:45-20:20

2 stops28h 35m

$1,671

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 10/6

10:20-06:50

2 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 20/6

15:40-19:20

2 stops44h 40m

$1,763

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,110). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated 13 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
1,279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
3,205 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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
1,320 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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.

Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
31 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Africa. 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 to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $716. China Eastern flights start at $743 while deals on AirAsia X start at $754 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Melbourne - Cairo or Melbourne - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from Melbourne to Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Africa (average of $1,110). Flying from Melbourne to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Africa. 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 13 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$1,095Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,149Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,190Average$1,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$1,199Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,251Average$2,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,290Average$2,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,333Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,439Average$2,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,489Average$2,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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