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R2 014+ 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 8/6. 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
May 28 — Jun 41
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 28 April 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

Sat 8/8

5:55-9:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R21 068

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R21 976
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

17:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

9:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

R22 273

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R24 321

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

R24 750

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

18:45-17:30

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R24 816

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

22:45-4:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:55-19:40

2 stops38h 45m

R25 097

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

22:45-8:55

3 stops42h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-22:05

1 stop25h 25m

R25 807

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

12:15-4:00

2 stops47h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

R25 807

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

21:15-16:40

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

20:00-17:40

1 stop36h 40m

R25 988

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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?

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.

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 968). Flying from Melbourne Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of R25 262). 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, South African. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 141
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R20 447
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R1 607
Emirates
Emirates
From R17 476

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 (1 709 flights per day), Brisbane (701 flights per day) and Adelaide (612 flights per day).

Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From R13 878
Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Intl
From R31 072
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R17 476

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

The cheapest city to fly to from Melbourne Airport is Singapore Changi, with prices starting at R13 878. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From R13 878
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R17 476
Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Intl
From R31 072

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, 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
1 503 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 503 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 503 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 503 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 503 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 028 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 503 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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 28 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 R13 878 to Singapore (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R23 753 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 Brisbane (R1 607). Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R13 141). South African flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R14 046).

  • 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 700
    Melbourne to Perth from R41 155
    Melbourne to Singapore from R46 500

  • 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.

  • 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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