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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 477

JNB — MEL
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Melbourne

Thu 5/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Wed 18/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 4/11R14 788
Sun 8/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Sat 21/1123:40 -
1 stop42h 00m
Deal found 1/11R14 888
Tue 10/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Mon 23/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 4/11R14 921
Mon 9/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sun 22/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 3/11R14 954
Sat 28/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Thu 14/116:10 -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 2/11R15 087
Sat 28/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Thu 11/217:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 1/11R15 137
Thu 26/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Thu 4/216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 31/10R15 469
Mon 2/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Mon 16/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 31/10R15 552
Thu 5/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Thu 19/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 31/10R15 602
Sun 1/1120:20 -
1 stop42h 00m
Sun 15/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 31/10R15 852
Thu 24/129:25 -
1 stop35h 20m
Tue 16/217:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 4/11R16 151
Thu 5/1112:35 -
1 stop44h 15m
Wed 18/1123:40 -
1 stop43h 50m
Deal found 3/11R19 208

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Round-trip from

R14 821

One-way from

R7 477

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 549
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/3-29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 10m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/3-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 30m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 483 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 452 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/2

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 494

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

20:25-16:45

2 stops35h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 837

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

6:05-16:45

2 stops25h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 684

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

13:45-5:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 917

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

17:45-5:45

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 515

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

13:45-0:15

2 stops49h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 395

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/1

12:35-17:50

1 stop44h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 376

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

15:20-5:10

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 442

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

20:20-10:35

2 stops29h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 824

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

11:00-12:30

1 stop40h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 891

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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 R17 330). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 468). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Melbourne is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
South African
7,7
Good
66 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 122 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 711 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 557 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Qantas Airways fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 24h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 30m. The distance between South Africa and Melbourne is about 10245 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 (R5 841), Cathay Pacific (R7 833), and Etihad Airways (R8 341).

  • 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 R17 330). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 468). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 545AverageR17 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 737AverageR17 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 072AverageR19 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 176AverageR17 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 430AverageR18 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 890AverageR21 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 321AverageR18 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 984AverageR22 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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