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Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne from R23 074

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — MEL
Jun 30 — Jul 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 May 2026.

Mon 13/713:30
PLZ
-
MEL
2 stops26h 15m
South African
Mon 20/718:45
MEL
-
PLZ
2 stops26h 15m
South African
Deal found 29/5R23 074
Thu 19/117:00
PLZ
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
Qantas Airways
Mon 23/116:00
MEL
-
PLZ
2 stops23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/5R24 143
Thu 19/118:15
PLZ
-
MEL
3 stops30h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1116:10
MEL
-
PLZ
2 stops36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R24 224
Mon 13/78:15
PLZ
-
MEL
3 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/716:10
MEL
-
PLZ
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5R30 329
Mon 13/78:15
PLZ
-
MEL
3 stops29h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 20/716:10
MEL
-
PLZ
3 stops33h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R32 385

Find flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 074

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R20 905
South African
  • South African
  • 13/7-20/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 30m total
  • Port Elizabeth to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R42 256 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 852 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Mon 13/7

13:30-23:45

2 stops26h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

18:45-13:00

2 stops26h 15m

R23 074
Fastest return journey

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Thu 19/11

7:00-20:20

2 stops28h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

6:00-20:00

2 stops23h 00m

R24 143

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Thu 19/11

8:15-23:20

3 stops30h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

16:10-20:00

2 stops36h 50m

R24 224

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Mon 13/7

8:15-22:05

3 stops29h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

16:10-19:00

2 stops34h 50m

R30 329

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Mon 13/7

8:15-22:05

3 stops29h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

16:10-17:45

3 stops33h 35m

R32 385

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 31 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne, such as South African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Port Elizabeth, you will be flying from Port Elizabeth, which is the city’s only airport. Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is located 2,8 km from the centre of Port Elizabeth. There are 0 flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne can take about 26h 15m. South African provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R23 074. The distance from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne is about 9865 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne round-trip?

    Flying on South African is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at R18 107. South African is priced at 8% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Port Elizabeth to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Port Elizabeth to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR18 107AverageR22 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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