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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R8 627

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
jun. 16 — jun. 231
1 adult

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 11 junio 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 561

One-way from

R8 627

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 104
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/11-13/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 5/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 35m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R43 908 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 268 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 11 junio 2025.

jue. 27/1110:40CPT - MEL
2 stops22h 30mSingapore Airlines
vie. 13/210:35MEL - CPT
2 stops31h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/6R14 561
vie. 28/1119:50JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 25mSingapore Airlines
jue. 15/10:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/6R14 703
jue. 31/711:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
jue. 7/814:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/6R15 039
dom. 23/1111:05JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 31/112:00MEL - JNB
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R16 208
jue. 20/1112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
vie. 9/116:10MEL - JNB
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6R17 218
lun. 13/1020:55JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 35mSouth African
mar. 18/1118:50MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mSouth African
Deal found 9/6R17 289
jue. 24/718:45JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 50mQantas Airways
jue. 31/721:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/6R18 051
jue. 31/718:45JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
jue. 7/86:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/6R19 025
jue. 27/1112:35CPT - MEL
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
vie. 13/223:30MEL - CPT
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6R19 043
dom. 27/714:15CPT - MEL
2 stops31h 05mSouth African
lun. 8/919:45MEL - CPT
2 stops25h 40mSouth African
Deal found 9/6R19 645
sáb. 26/77:00CPT - MEL
2 stops27h 35mQantas Airways
sáb. 2/86:00MEL - CPT
2 stops40h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/6R19 857
vie. 25/718:25CPT - MEL
1 stop38h 15mEmirates
vie. 1/821:15MEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Deal found 10/6R19 981

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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

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

jue. 27/11

10:40-18:10

2 stops22h 30m

Melbourne

vie. 13/2

10:35-9:25

2 stops31h 50m

R14 561

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 28/11

19:50-8:15

1 stop27h 25m

Melbourne

jue. 15/1

0:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

R14 703

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 31/7

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

jue. 7/8

14:25-7:40

1 stop25h 15m

R15 039

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 23/11

11:05-12:30

1 stop40h 25m

Melbourne

sáb. 31/1

12:00-7:40

2 stops28h 40m

R16 208

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 20/11

12:45-23:45

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

vie. 9/1

16:10-9:45

1 stop26h 35m

R17 218

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 13/10

20:55-23:30

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne

mar. 18/11

18:50-5:05

1 stop19h 15m

R17 289

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 24/7

18:45-18:35

1 stop15h 50m

Melbourne

jue. 31/7

21:00-16:20

1 stop27h 20m

R18 051

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 31/7

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

jue. 7/8

6:00-16:20

1 stop18h 20m

R19 025

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

jue. 27/11

12:35-23:45

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

vie. 13/2

23:30-17:25

1 stop26h 55m

R19 043

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

dom. 27/7

14:15-5:20

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

lun. 8/9

19:45-13:25

2 stops25h 40m

R19 645

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 11 junio 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 11 junio 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
854 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 264 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • 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 Cathay Pacific (R8 627), Etihad Airways (R10 327), and South African (R11 461).

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne Avalon or Cape Town 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.

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  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 896AverageR18 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 905AverageR19 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 392AverageR19 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 576AverageR19 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 493AverageR18 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR16 919AverageR23 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 412AverageR20 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR20 214AverageR24 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR20 789AverageR22 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 478AverageR26 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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