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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R8 112

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
May 2 — May 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 April 2026.

Tue 12/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R14 979
Thu 14/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R14 996
Fri 15/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/515:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R15 030
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R15 232
Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/515:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R15 249
Sun 26/412:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R15 282
Tue 28/412:05
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/1116:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R15 417
Wed 13/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R15 434
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R15 636
Sat 9/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/620:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R15 703
Tue 3/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/1116:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R16 831
Sat 16/519:35
PLZ
-
MEL
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/517:20
MEL
-
PLZ
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R18 514

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 979

One-way from

R8 112

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 050
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 05m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 536 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 797 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 2 April 2026.
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Price

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

16:50-4:55

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

15:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R18 329

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Sat 16/5

19:35-15:50

2 stops36h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

17:20-14:35

2 stops29h 15m

R18 514

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:45-4:55

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

15:45-18:10

3 stops34h 25m

R18 598

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:00-4:55

1 stop31h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

R19 137

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/5

14:40-17:15

2 stops42h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

12:10-10:55

3 stops31h 45m

R19 372

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 14/5

12:05-4:55

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

15:45-10:35

2 stops26h 50m

R19 456

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-19:40

2 stops43h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

13:25-11:50

2 stops54h 25m

R19 860

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

13:00-4:55

1 stop31h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

15:45-11:30

1 stop27h 45m

R20 820

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

20:40-4:55

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 16/12

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R21 140

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 3/6

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R21 257

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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 R10 570). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 670). 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.

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 2 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 239 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 016 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 Etihad Airways, RwandAir, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 22h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 05m. 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.

  • 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 977), Cathay Pacific (R7 172), and Singapore Airlines (R7 600).

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Melbourne or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne Avalon, 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 R10 570). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 670). 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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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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 489AverageR15 638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 089AverageR14 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 212AverageR18 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 297AverageR18 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 827AverageR17 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 375AverageR18 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 429AverageR19 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 648AverageR20 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR18 248AverageR23 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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