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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 390

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
mar. 9 — mar. 161
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 7 febrero 2026.

vie. 13/313:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
vie. 20/316:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R14 118
mar. 7/412:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
mar. 14/415:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R14 441
dom. 22/312:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
dom. 29/317:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2R14 683
mié. 11/212:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
mié. 18/216:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2R14 715
lun. 4/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
jue. 28/523:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2R14 780
mar. 16/612:05
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 05m
Qatar Airways
lun. 29/622:45
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2R15 183
lun. 9/213:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
lun. 16/223:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R15 232
vie. 13/311:00
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
sáb. 21/30:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/2R15 264
dom. 20/920:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
vie. 25/915:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2R15 280
mar. 24/313:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 00m
Qatar Airways
mar. 31/316:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/2R15 312
sáb. 21/312:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops25h 55m
Qatar Airways
sáb. 28/316:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R15 571
vie. 10/711:10
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 05m
Cathay Pacific
vie. 24/714:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/2R15 748

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 7 febrero 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 118

One-way from

R7 390

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 909
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 15m total
  • South Africa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R26 777 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 348 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 7 febrero 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 13/3

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

vie. 20/3

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R14 118

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/4

12:40-22:10

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

mar. 14/4

15:45-8:50

1 stop25h 05m

R14 441

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 22/3

12:45-23:20

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

dom. 29/3

17:10-15:20

1 stop31h 10m

R14 683

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/5

19:50-4:40

1 stop24h 50m

Melbourne

jue. 28/5

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

R14 780

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

mar. 16/6

12:05-22:10

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

lun. 29/6

22:45-10:35

2 stops43h 50m

R15 183

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 13/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

sáb. 21/3

0:45-7:25

1 stop39h 40m

R15 264

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 24/3

13:45-5:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

mar. 31/3

16:10-15:20

1 stop32h 10m

R15 312

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

sáb. 21/3

12:25-23:20

2 stops25h 55m

Melbourne

sáb. 28/3

16:10-10:35

2 stops27h 25m

R15 571

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 10/7

11:10-22:15

1 stop27h 05m

Melbourne

vie. 24/7

14:25-7:55

1 stop25h 30m

R15 748

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 21/5

11:10-11:15

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

lun. 25/5

7:25-7:55

1 stop32h 30m

R15 877

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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 230). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 022). 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 febrero 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
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

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
1 451 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

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
1 159 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

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
987 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

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
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

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
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

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 Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific fly from South Africa to Melbourne in about 24h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 25m. 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 588), Cathay Pacific (R6 876), and Singapore Airlines (R7 286).

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Melbourne or Durban King Shaka 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 230). Flying from South Africa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 022). 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 554AverageR15 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 566AverageR17 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 584AverageR14 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 666AverageR17 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 256AverageR16 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 352AverageR18 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 826AverageR18 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 494AverageR22 842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 766AverageR19 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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