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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 902

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Jun 30 — Jul 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Melbourne

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

Sun 8/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R14 687
Sat 30/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R14 849
Sun 15/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 27/1116:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 221
Tue 17/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1117:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 350
Mon 20/712:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R15 512
Fri 10/712:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R15 545
Fri 10/712:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 593
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/616:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R16 468
Mon 26/1017:30
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 45m
Qantas Airways
Thu 29/106:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/5R16 646
Mon 23/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 27/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5R16 792
Fri 10/712:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R17 051
Mon 26/1017:30
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop16h 35m
Qantas Airways
Thu 29/106:00
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/5R17 115

Find flight deals from South Africa to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 687

One-way from

R7 902

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 917
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 30m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 35m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R20 945 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 429 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 17/11

12:25-23:20

2 stops25h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

17:10-10:55

2 stops26h 45m

R15 350

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 29/10

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R16 646
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

17:30-19:05

1 stop16h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 29/10

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R17 115

GeorgeMelbourne

GRJ - MEL

GRJMEL

George

Wed 18/11

14:20-18:05

2 stops18h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

18:50-13:45

2 stops51h 55m

R17 893

GeorgeMelbourne

GRJ - MEL

GRJMEL

George

Fri 20/11

14:20-22:25

2 stops23h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

9:05-13:45

2 stops37h 40m

R17 925

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

22:45-17:30

1 stop26h 45m

R18 168

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 15/11

12:25-23:20

2 stops25h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 19/11

16:10-10:55

2 stops27h 45m

R19 059

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

R19 156

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

15:20-22:25

2 stops22h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 21/11

6:00-14:35

2 stops41h 35m

R19 431

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

12:40-22:05

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

20:30-9:00

2 stops44h 30m

R19 528

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R7 708). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 548). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Melbourne is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African from South Africa to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 352 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 042 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, and South African fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 20h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 30m. The distance between South Africa and Melbourne is about 10263 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Melbourne are Qatar Airways (R6 869), Cathay Pacific (R6 923), and Singapore Airlines (R7 239).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Melbourne?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Melbourne or Durban King Shaka Intl - Melbourne, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne is the most popular route from South Africa to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R7 708). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 548). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 715AverageR14 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 388AverageR14 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 558AverageR18 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 246AverageR18 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 303AverageR16 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 913AverageR17 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 806AverageR19 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights
RwandAirCheapestR16 978AverageR20 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR17 850AverageR22 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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