How long is the flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 20h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 42h 20m. 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 (R5 663), Cathay Pacific (R6 684), and Turkish Airlines (R7 493).

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.

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).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Melbourne?

Before booking your flight from South Africa to Melbourne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways or South African.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MEL?

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.

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.

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Round-trip from	R14 387
One-way from	R7 636
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R16 320

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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 R15 563). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 879). 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 40 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.

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8,1

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Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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7,6

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1 / 20

2,0

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Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Qantas Airways

7,5

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2,0

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Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Qatar Airways

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Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Etihad Airways

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1 500 reviews

Emirates

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Melbourne?
Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 20h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 42h 20m. 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 (R5 663), Cathay Pacific (R6 684), and Turkish Airlines (R7 493).
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne (average of R15 563). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 879). 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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Turkish Airlines	CheapestR13 235	AverageR16 538	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR13 872	AverageR17 488	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
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South African	CheapestR15 879	AverageR19 691	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
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