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R2 141+ 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 6/5. 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 — JNB
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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 22 March 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

18:25-9:25

2 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

10:40-20:35

2 stops25h 55m

R23 590

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

17:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

20:25-15:50

2 stops35h 25m

R24 269
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

5:15-20:35

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

10:05-16:40

1 stop22h 35m

R24 694

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

10:40-20:35

2 stops25h 55m

R24 830

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

17:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:50-15:50

2 stops42h 00m

R24 966

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

21:15-16:15

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

22:20-8:50

2 stops26h 30m

R25 136

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 3/4

16:10-15:50

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

7:30-22:05

2 stops30h 35m

R25 884

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

0:30-20:35

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

13:30-6:15

2 stops32h 45m

R26 479

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

12:05-10:15

2 stops30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

13:30-21:50

1 stop24h 20m

R26 666

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

13:15-21:50

1 stop24h 35m

R26 751

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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 OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 77 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 R11 370). Flying from Melbourne Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of R16 503). 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, South African. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 526
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R21 048
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R1 598
Emirates
Emirates
From R21 990

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 (1 753 flights per day), Brisbane (712 flights per day) and Adelaide (678 flights per day).

Perth
Perth
From R4 930
Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Intl
From R31 983
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
From R2 407
Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From R8 919

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

The cheapest city to fly to from Melbourne Airport is Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai, with prices starting at R2 407. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
From R2 407
Perth
Perth
From R4 930
Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From R8 919
Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Intl
From R31 983

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,Qantas Airways, andSouth African 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
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 008 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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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 22 March 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, Amritsar, Brisbane. 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 407 to Denpasar (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R17 478 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 598). Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R13 526). South African flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R14 458).

  • 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 Singapore from R27 264
    Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from R29 542
    Melbourne to Perth from R42 363

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Melbourne Airport?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Melbourne Airport to anywhere, put Dubai on your list as prices start at R193 506 for this destination.

  • 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 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.

  • 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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