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

China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Africa

Which airlines fly to Africa?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Melbourne Airport 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 Africa. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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22:30 - 07:30

MEL

CAI

42h 00m1 stop

13:00 - 10:00

CAI

MEL

36h 00m1 stop

$1,234China Eastern

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar

22:30 - 07:30

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CAI

42h 00m1 stop

13:00 - 14:05

CAI

MEL

40h 05m1 stop

$1,262China Eastern

Mon, 2 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

22:40 - 03:40

MEL

CAI

38h 00m2 stops

20:40 - 11:50

CAI

MEL

30h 10m2 stops

$1,264Multiple Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

16:40 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

34h 55m1 stop

13:40 - 08:15

JNB

MEL

33h 35m1 stop

$1,435Singapore Airlines

Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

23:35 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

27h 00m1 stop

13:45 - 20:35

JNB

MEL

22h 50m1 stop

$1,449Singapore Airlines

Thu, 30 Apr - Thu, 14 May

18:20 - 13:25

MEL

HRE

28h 05m2 stops

02:20 - 17:00

HRE

MEL

29h 40m2 stops

$1,548Etihad Airways

Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

18:20 - 13:25

MEL

HRE

28h 05m2 stops

02:20 - 17:00

HRE

MEL

53h 40m2 stops

$1,605Etihad Airways

Sun, 8 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

09:15 - 00:15

MEL

ADD

47h 00m2 stops

01:45 - 23:20

ADD

MEL

37h 35m1 stop

$1,730Qatar Airways

Sun, 8 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

07:15 - 00:15

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ADD

49h 00m2 stops

01:45 - 23:20

ADD

MEL

37h 35m1 stop

$1,733Qatar Airways

Sun, 8 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

16:55 - 17:00

MEL

HRE

33h 05m3 stops

18:40 - 06:25

HRE

MEL

26h 45m2 stops

$2,788Emirates

Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa

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Emirates

11 May

MEL21:15Melbourne

27h 00m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

13 May

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m

2 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

$2,069

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11 May

MEL22:55Melbourne

29h 55m

1 stop

JNB20:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

13 May

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m

2 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

$2,070

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22 Dec

MEL06:15Melbourne

40h 55m

1 stop

CMN13:10Casablanca Mohamed V

14 Jan

CMN15:10Casablanca Mohamed V

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$3,426

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Singapore Airlines

10 Feb

MEL16:40Melbourne

34h 55m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

19 Feb

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,435

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30 Apr

MEL23:35Melbourne

27h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

14 May

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

MEL20:35Melbourne

$1,449

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Singapore Airlines

1 May

MEL18:25Melbourne

23h 00m

2 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

16 May

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

MEL04:20Melbourne

$1,819

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1 stop36h 00m

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MELCAI

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22:30-07:30

1 stop42h 00m

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13:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,262

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MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

Fri 6/3

20:40-11:50

2 stops30h 10m

$1,264

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MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

13:40-08:15

1 stop33h 35m

$1,435

MelbourneJohannesburg

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MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

23:35-18:35

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1 stop22h 50m

$1,449

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MELHRE

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

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MELHRE

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

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2 stops53h 40m

$1,605

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MELADD

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

09:15-00:15

2 stops47h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 11/3

01:45-23:20

1 stop37h 35m

$1,730

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MELADD

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

07:15-00:15

2 stops49h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 11/3

01:45-23:20

1 stop37h 35m

$1,733

MelbourneHarare

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MELHRE

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

16:55-17:00

3 stops33h 05m

Harare

Thu 12/3

18:40-06:25

2 stops26h 45m

$2,788

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport during August instead. Flights to Africa in August, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around $1,366.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Africa is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Africa on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $2,057. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,176.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,873. Flying to Africa at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,477 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $1,895 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,583 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Africa flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa?
As of December 2025, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $806	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 428 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,005	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $1,038	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,096	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,097	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,118	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,950 reviews	Search Air India flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,186	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,100 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,270	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,332 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,348	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,683 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,364	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 946 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Africa

What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport during August instead. Flights to Africa in August, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around $1,366.

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

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Africa flight.

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

China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Africa

Which airlines fly to Africa?

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Africa with momondo

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Africa?

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Africa?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your Africa trip

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