What is the cheapest airline that flies from Africa to Melbourne?

Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Africa to Melbourne

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Africa to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Africa to Melbourne were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Africa to Melbourne?

The number of operators available for flights from Africa to Melbourne is 12 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Africa to Melbourne?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Africa to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:00 - 14:30CAI-MEL

39h 30m1 stop

21:40 - 06:45MEL-CAI

42h 05m1 stop

$1,137Sichuan Airlines

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Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 26 Jan

14:00 - 14:30CAI-MEL

39h 30m1 stop

21:40 - 06:45MEL-CAI

42h 05m1 stop

$1,165Sichuan Airlines

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Thu, 18 Dec - Thu, 8 Jan

13:45 - 23:05JNB-MEL

24h 20m1 stop

16:10 - 15:35MEL-JNB

32h 25m1 stop

$1,596Qatar Airways

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Mon, 8 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec

13:45 - 23:05JNB-MEL

24h 20m1 stop

16:10 - 08:40MEL-JNB

25h 30m1 stop

$1,598Qatar Airways

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Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 26 Mar

18:45 - 17:55JNB-MEL

15h 10m1 stop

07:00 - 16:15MEL-JNB

18h 15m1 stop

$1,679Qantas Airways

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Thu, 18 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct

17:30 - 07:35JNB-AVV

29h 05m1 stop

06:00 - 15:00AVV-JNB

18h 00m1 stop

$1,784Qantas Airways

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Sun, 2 Nov - Thu, 6 Nov

19:35 - 23:30CPT-MEL

42h 55m2 stops

17:45 - 10:25MEL-CPT

24h 40m2 stops

$1,927South African

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Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 12 Apr

15:55 - 22:05CPT-MEL

21h 10m2 stops

20:45 - 10:25MEL-CPT

22h 40m2 stops

$1,961South African

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Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct

13:05 - 23:20CPT-MEL

25h 15m1 stop

22:30 - 11:40MEL-CPT

46h 10m1 stop

$2,026Emirates

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Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

18:30 - 18:15CPT-MEL

38h 45m1 stop

22:30 - 16:45MEL-CPT

27h 15m1 stop

$2,188Emirates

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Fri, 31 Oct - Mon, 16 Mar

Sichuan Airlines flights from Africa to Melbourne

Our best Sichuan Airlines deals on Africa to Melbourne flight tickets

Sichuan Airlines

27 Nov

CAI14:00Cairo

39h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:30Melbourne

26 Jan

MEL21:40Melbourne

42h 05m

1 stop

CAI06:45Cairo

$1,137

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Sichuan Airlines

18 Dec

CAI14:00Cairo

39h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:30Melbourne

17 Jan

MEL21:40Melbourne

42h 05m

1 stop

CAI06:45Cairo

$1,165

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Sichuan Airlines

15 Dec

CAI14:00Cairo

39h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:30Melbourne

5 Jan

MEL21:40Melbourne

42h 05m

1 stop

CAI06:45Cairo

$1,203

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Cathay Pacific flights from Africa to Melbourne

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Cathay Pacific

16 Oct

JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

1 stop

MEL23:15Melbourne

31 Oct

MEL15:35Melbourne

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB07:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,317

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Cathay Pacific

31 Aug

JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

1 stop

MEL22:15Melbourne

7 Sept

MEL14:25Melbourne

25h 15m

1 stop

JNB07:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,334

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Cathay Pacific

24 Oct

JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 55m

1 stop

MEL12:15Melbourne

26 Oct

MEL16:30Melbourne

48h 10m

2 stops

JNB07:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,337

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Depart

Return

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CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 27/11

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

21:40-06:45

1 stop42h 05m

$1,137

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 18/12

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

21:40-06:45

1 stop42h 05m

$1,165

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

13:45-23:05

1 stop24h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 18/12

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

$1,596

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

13:45-23:05

1 stop24h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

16:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

$1,598

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

18:45-17:55

1 stop15h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

07:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

$1,679

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

17:30-07:35

1 stop29h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 6/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

$1,784

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

19:35-23:30

2 stops42h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

17:45-10:25

2 stops24h 40m

$1,927

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

15:55-22:05

2 stops21h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

20:45-10:25

2 stops22h 40m

$1,961

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/10

13:05-23:20

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

22:30-11:40

1 stop46h 10m

$2,026

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

18:30-18:15

1 stop38h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

22:30-16:45

1 stop27h 15m

$2,188

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Africa to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Africa to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,604. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,718.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,790. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Sunday is $2,007.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from Africa to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,764. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,050. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,908 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Africa for as low as $1,399 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Africa to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Africa to Melbourne were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Africa to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from Africa to Melbourne is 12 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Africa to Melbourne?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Africa to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Africa to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $637	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,089	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,352 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,143	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 905 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,252	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 977 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,256	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 164 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,279	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,611 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,284	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,241 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,356	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,954 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,385	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 43 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,031	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,320 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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