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R1 721+ Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/7. 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.
MEL — JNB
Jul 17 — Jul 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from Melbourne that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 17 June 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

16:10-17:25

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/12

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R23 409

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

23:45-15:20

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

R23 474

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

16:10-10:15

1 stop26h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

19:30-16:50

1 stop37h 20m

R24 513

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R24 886

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

16:55-16:35

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

10:25-23:20

1 stop27h 55m

R25 276

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

12:05-10:25

2 stops31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

13:25-23:20

1 stop24h 55m

R25 276

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 29/8

15:55-16:15

2 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

10:05-16:40

1 stop22h 35m

R25 795

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:00-16:40

1 stop36h 40m

R27 906

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

12:50-10:15

2 stops53h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 35m

R29 009

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

16:40-13:00

2 stops29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/12

13:50-5:45

2 stops30h 55m

R29 107

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport (average of R13 766). Flying from Melbourne Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of R27 678). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport?

When flying from Melbourne Airport check dates and pricing for the following: Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, Emirates. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 037
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R1 580
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R20 103
Emirates
Emirates
From R17 183

What are popular destinations to fly to from Melbourne Airport?

From Melbourne Airport you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Sydney (1 543 flights per day), Brisbane (744 flights per day) and Adelaide (571 flights per day).

Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Intl
From R30 550
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R24 622
Brisbane
Brisbane
From R4 858
Perth
Perth
From R8 692

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Melbourne Airport is Brisbane, with prices starting at R4 858. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Brisbane
Brisbane
From R4 858
Perth
Perth
From R8 692
Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From R12 907
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R24 622

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Airline reviews for flights from Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Melbourne. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 592 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 047 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Melbourne. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 17 June 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Melbourne Airport?

    The most selected flight destinations from Melbourne Airport for the current month are Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, Brisbane, Athens. While Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, Brisbane, Auckland are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Melbourne Airport for as low as R4 858 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R20 733 to fly from Melbourne Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates have been found to have the cheapest prices from Melbourne Airport. Here are some options available: Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (R1 580). Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R13 037). Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R17 183).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Melbourne Airport?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Melbourne Airport are below:
    Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from R28 217
    Melbourne to Perth from R40 464
    Melbourne to Singapore from R45 718

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Melbourne Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to embark to:
    Travel from Melbourne to Johannesburg from R16 526 round trip
    Travel from Melbourne to Cape Town from R20 081 round trip

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