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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from $817

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,276

One-way from

$817

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,607
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 55m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($195 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 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 21 February 2025.

Mon 10/313:20JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 17/323:30MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,276
Sat 24/513:45JNB - MEL
1 stop37h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/618:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,373
Sun 22/611:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Sun 13/707:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$1,496
Fri 4/411:20JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/422:00MEL - JNB
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,540
Mon 31/309:50JNB - MEL
2 stops38h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 27/405:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,609
Thu 10/418:40JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 20/406:00MEL - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,631
Sun 1/607:00CPT - MEL
2 stops27h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 27/719:45MEL - CPT
2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,710
Sun 20/413:00CPT - MEL
1 stop43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 24/418:15MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,743
Sun 22/618:40JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 13/706:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,789
Mon 28/403:10JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 00mRwandAir
Tue 20/515:15MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 20/2$1,801
Sun 1/612:50CPT - MEL
2 stops32h 30mSouth African
Sun 29/617:45MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 00mSouth African
Deal found 20/2$1,816
Thu 27/312:15CPT - MEL
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/706:30MEL - CPT
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,825

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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South Africa

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

13:20-23:45

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

23:30-15:35

1 stop25h 05m

$1,276

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

13:45-11:00

1 stop37h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

$1,373

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

11:20-05:55

1 stop34h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 13/7

07:25-07:40

1 stop32h 15m

$1,496

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

11:20-08:35

2 stops36h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

22:00-07:40

2 stops41h 40m

$1,540

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

09:50-09:05

2 stops38h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

05:00-08:35

1 stop35h 35m

$1,609

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/4

18:40-18:50

1 stop16h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

06:00-16:10

1 stop18h 10m

$1,631

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

07:00-18:50

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

19:45-22:50

2 stops35h 05m

$1,710

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

18:40-22:50

1 stop20h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 13/7

06:00-16:10

1 stop18h 10m

$1,789

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/4

03:10-22:10

2 stops35h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

$1,801

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

12:50-05:20

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

17:45-16:45

2 stops31h 00m

$1,816

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 21 February 2025.

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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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.

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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 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Melbourne, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines and KLM. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $817. Cathay Pacific flights start at $833 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $848 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Melbourne are Cape Town Intl - Melbourne, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne Avalon.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,176Average$1,748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,196Average$1,844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,305Average$1,884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,310Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,444Average$1,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,513Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,876Average$2,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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