Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R10 102

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Nov 14 — Nov 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 15 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 605

One-way from

R10 102

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 934
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 14/3-12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 80h 25m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
7/12
  • 7/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R41 446 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 455 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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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 15 October 2025.

Mon 27/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 13/1115:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/10R14 796
Mon 27/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/1015:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/10R14 883
Sun 2/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/110:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/10R15 040
Sun 26/1011:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/110:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/10R15 283
Wed 12/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 19/1120:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/10R15 370
Sat 1/119:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/10R15 422
Thu 27/1120:25CPT - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1218:20MEL - CPT
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10R17 683
Wed 5/116:40CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/110:45MEL - CPT
2 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10R18 256
Fri 28/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops62h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/1222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/10R18 430
Thu 27/1118:05PLZ - MEL
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1218:20MEL - PLZ
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10R18 813
Mon 27/1017:15CPT - MEL
2 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1112:05MEL - CPT
2 stops56h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10R18 969
Fri 28/1117:15CPT - MEL
2 stops52h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10R19 804

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Melbourne that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

11:00-12:30

1 stop40h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

8:40-7:25

1 stop31h 45m

R15 266

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 9/1

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R15 544

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

11:00-13:45

2 stops41h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

7:10-7:25

2 stops33h 15m

R15 961

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

15:35-7:25

1 stop24h 50m

R17 856

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

6:40-23:00

2 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

15:35-23:35

2 stops41h 00m

R18 256

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Thu 27/11

18:05-17:00

2 stops37h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

18:20-11:55

2 stops26h 35m

R18 813

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

17:15-6:15

2 stops52h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:05-11:50

2 stops56h 45m

R18 969

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

11:00-13:20

2 stops41h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

15:35-7:25

1 stop24h 50m

R19 282

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

17:30-7:35

1 stop29h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 15/8

6:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

R19 491

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

22:40-11:50

2 stops46h 10m

R19 543

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne

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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 R12 432). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 587). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Melbourne in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 15 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways 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.

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, and Qantas Airways fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 22h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 20m. The distance between South Africa and Melbourne is about 10313 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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  • 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 R12 432). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 587). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 296AverageR17 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 542AverageR18 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 550AverageR15 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 648AverageR19 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 348AverageR19 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 788AverageR21 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 075AverageR20 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR19 144AverageR22 434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR20 991AverageR26 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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