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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 260

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Feb 6 — Feb 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 699

One-way from

R7 260

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 277
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 10m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R21 823 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 207 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 7 January 2026.

Fri 20/220:30JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 27/223:40MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R14 699
Sun 15/313:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 15/715:10MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1R15 484
Sun 15/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 15/77:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/1R15 745
Sun 15/39:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 15/717:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/1R15 811
Sat 11/720:55JNB - MEL
1 stop41h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 1/815:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1R15 827
Tue 3/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 14/36:30MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/1R16 122
Fri 27/39:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/417:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/1R16 154
Wed 18/317:15CPT - MEL
2 stops62h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 22/318:20MEL - CPT
2 stops50h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1R16 154
Thu 21/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 25/57:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1R16 187
Fri 20/27:00DUR - MEL
2 stops31h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 27/216:10MEL - DUR
2 stops27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R16 498
Thu 19/27:00DUR - MEL
2 stops31h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 26/223:40MEL - DUR
2 stops44h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1R17 315
Thu 5/217:15CPT - MEL
2 stops62h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/222:40MEL - CPT
2 stops46h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/1R17 544

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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 7 January 2026.
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

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

15:10-9:00

1 stop25h 50m

R15 484

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

15:35-7:25

1 stop24h 50m

R16 122

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

17:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R16 154

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

17:15-17:00

2 stops62h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R16 154

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:20-11:15

1 stop39h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

7:25-7:40

1 stop32h 15m

R16 187

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 20/2

7:00-23:20

2 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

16:10-10:55

2 stops27h 45m

R16 498

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

11:00-8:05

2 stops36h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

7:25-7:40

1 stop32h 15m

R16 579

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-7:35

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

6:30-7:25

2 stops33h 55m

R16 906

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 19/2

7:00-23:20

2 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

23:40-10:55

2 stops44h 15m

R17 315

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

23:40-17:25

1 stop26h 45m

R17 855

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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 R11 364). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 239). 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 7 January 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 121 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
967 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
South African
7,5
Good
50 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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

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, Cathay Pacific, and Etihad 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 4h 50m. 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 641), Cathay Pacific (R6 967), and Singapore Airlines (R7 383).

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

    While some choose either Durban King Shaka Intl - Melbourne 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.

  • 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 R11 364). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 239). 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 7 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 682AverageR15 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 703AverageR16 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 760AverageR14 302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 835AverageR17 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 433AverageR17 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 549AverageR18 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 035AverageR19 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 727AverageR23 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR18 225AverageR19 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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