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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 483

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Mar 20 — Mar 271
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 18 February 2026.

Wed 20/516:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/517:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R13 123
Sun 17/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/2R14 469
Thu 30/416:35
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops63h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R14 517
Sat 28/213:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/316:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/2R14 966
Tue 3/317:15
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops55h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/318:20
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/2R14 998
Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/417:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/2R15 014
Mon 10/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/815:30
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/2R15 254
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/417:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/2R15 350
Wed 3/611:10
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 18/67:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/2R15 382
Wed 18/311:00
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 25/315:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 18/2R15 462
Fri 13/39:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/318:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/2R15 767
Thu 21/511:10
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 25/514:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 17/2R15 863

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 18 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 123

One-way from

R7 483

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 373
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/5-28/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 113h 45m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 15m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 070 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 420 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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 18 February 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

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 23/6

17:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R14 517

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

9:50-16:50

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 11/4

17:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R15 014

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

11:10-22:15

1 stop27h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

7:25-7:55

1 stop32h 30m

R15 382

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R15 767

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:10-11:15

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

14:25-7:55

1 stop25h 30m

R15 863

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

11:10-22:15

1 stop27h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

16:30-7:45

2 stops47h 15m

R15 943

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

17:15-20:55

2 stops42h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R15 975

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

R15 991

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

17:15-20:55

2 stops42h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 7/4

17:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R16 360

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

17:15-9:25

2 stops55h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

0:30-11:50

2 stops44h 20m

R16 488

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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 056). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 030). 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 18 February 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
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 169 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
992 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
South African
7,4
Good
55 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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 Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Cathay Pacific fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 22h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 41h 15m. 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 542), Cathay Pacific (R6 828), and Singapore Airlines (R7 235).

  • 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 R11 056). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 030). 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
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 488AverageR15 010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 492AverageR13 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 578AverageR17 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 659AverageR17 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 164AverageR16 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 255AverageR17 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 739AverageR18 729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 801AverageR19 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR17 373AverageR22 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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