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R2 076+ 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 20/5. 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 — CPT
May 7 — May 141
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 7 April 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

R16 807
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

6:15-8:20

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

9:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

R20 890

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

22:45-4:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

R22 443

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

22:45-4:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

R22 443

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

R22 527

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

17:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

9:45-15:50

1 stop22h 05m

R22 949

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

21:15-5:30

1 stop40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

10:05-21:50

1 stop27h 45m

R23 928

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

17:45-10:30

2 stops48h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

R24 147

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

21:15-11:30

1 stop46h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:15-16:40

1 stop43h 25m

R24 164

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

15:55-16:40

2 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:15-8:50

2 stops35h 35m

R24 332

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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.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 55 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport (average of R15 153). Flying from Melbourne Airport in June will prove the most costly (average of R21 987). 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: Qatar Airways. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 429
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R20 896
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R1 587
Emirates
Emirates
From R17 861

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 (1 391 flights per day), Brisbane (705 flights per day) and Adelaide (593 flights per day).

Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Intl
From R31 755
Brisbane
Brisbane
From R2 198
Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From R14 678
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R17 861

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 R2 198. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Brisbane
Brisbane
From R2 198
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
From R2 390
Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From R14 678
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R17 861

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 Qatar Airways from Melbourne Airport have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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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 7 April 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 Brisbane, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, Adelaide. 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 R2 198 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R17 015 to fly from Melbourne Airport.

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

    Looking at our data, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines, and South African have been found to have the cheapest prices from Melbourne Airport. Here are some options available: Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith (R1 587). Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R13 429). South African flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R14 355).

  • 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 R29 331
    Melbourne to Perth from R42 060
    Melbourne to Singapore from R47 522

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

    October is currently the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport. At this moment in time June 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.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Melbourne?

    Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Melbourne. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

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