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Cheap flights from Melbourne to South Africa from $1,097

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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,592

One-way from

$1,097

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,814
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/5-11/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 05m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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19/6
  • 19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Melbourne to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($428 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Mon 5/518:00MEL - JNB
2 stops46h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/509:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/3$1,592
Sun 5/1000:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 6/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop19h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,606
Sat 24/512:05MEL - JNB
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/613:55JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,633
Mon 5/519:45MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 30mSouth African
Sun 11/520:55JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 25mSouth African
Deal found 26/3$1,690
Sun 11/505:00MEL - DUR
2 stops44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/520:45DUR - MEL
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,709
Sun 1/606:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 15/618:45JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,819
Sun 11/512:05MEL - CPT
3 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/508:50CPT - MEL
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,873
Tue 18/1117:10MEL - CPT
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 28/1109:00CPT - MEL
2 stops29h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,920
Fri 6/621:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 27/618:45JNB - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$1,949
Sun 28/923:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/3$1,977
Mon 28/415:55MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 20mEmirates
Thu 8/522:20JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 10mEmirates
Deal found 26/3$1,993
Mon 31/323:45MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 14/413:55JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,007

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

18:00-08:20

2 stops46h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

09:50-15:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,592

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

12:05-08:20

2 stops28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

13:55-23:10

1 stop25h 15m

$1,633

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

19:45-05:15

1 stop17h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

20:55-05:20

1 stop24h 25m

$1,690

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 1/6

06:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

18:45-20:15

1 stop17h 30m

$1,819

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

21:00-16:15

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/6

18:45-21:05

1 stop18h 20m

$1,949

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

12:05-19:00

3 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/6

13:00-16:50

1 stop43h 50m

$1,960

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

06:00-07:40

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/8

11:20-05:55

1 stop34h 35m

$1,984

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

15:55-16:15

2 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

22:20-05:30

1 stop23h 10m

$1,993

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

05:15-11:35

1 stop38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/6

18:25-16:40

1 stop38h 15m

$2,055

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 22/6

05:55-06:10

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/7

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$2,058

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa (average of $1,109). Flying from Melbourne to South 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to South Africa, 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 South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM from Melbourne to South Africa. 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
1,285 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
811 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
837 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 South 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 South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,181. However, be on the lookout for offers from South African and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to South Africa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Africa (average of $1,109). Flying from Melbourne to South 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 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to South 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 27 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,191Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,288Average$2,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,437Average$2,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,497Average$2,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,526Average$1,849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,562Average$2,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,700Average$2,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,737Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,794Average$2,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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