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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 861

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 14/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
May 22 — May 291
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 22 April 2026.

Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R14 851
Sun 21/69:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 12/717:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4R15 360
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R15 738
Wed 3/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R15 902
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R16 213
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4R16 230
Sat 29/89:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/917:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 312
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R16 443
Tue 3/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/1116:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R16 558
Thu 25/69:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/717:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 575
Wed 18/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 27/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4R16 591
Tue 5/512:00
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops45h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/522:45
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops53h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R17 526

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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 851

One-way from

R7 861

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 427
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/6-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 00m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R21 247 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 583 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 22 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

9:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

17:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R16 936

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

22:45-13:10

1 stop46h 25m

R19 528

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Fri 5/6

18:55-17:15

2 stops62h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

22:45-8:05

2 stops41h 20m

R19 840

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Fri 5/6

12:40-17:15

2 stops68h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

22:45-17:45

3 stops51h 00m

R20 185

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 8/6

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R20 415

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 9/9

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R20 529

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 11/9

16:40-16:25

1 stop31h 45m

R20 562

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 15/9

20:55-16:25

1 stop27h 30m

R20 562

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

22:45-4:00

1 stop37h 15m

R20 595

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:30-22:05

1 stop42h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 19/6

22:45-10:15

1 stop43h 30m

R20 644

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R11 175). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in November is currently the most expensive (average of R23 894). 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 22 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 289 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 024 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 20h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 40m. The distance between South Africa and Melbourne is about 10263 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 916), Cathay Pacific (R6 993), and Singapore Airlines (R7 337).

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Melbourne or George - 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R11 175). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in November is currently the most expensive (average of R23 894). 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 252AverageR15 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 762AverageR14 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 882AverageR16 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 965AverageR18 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 482AverageR16 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 116AverageR18 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 019AverageR19 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 207AverageR19 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR17 792AverageR22 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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