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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from $871

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Singapore Airlines Logo
00:35 - 18:35MEL-JNB
27h 00m1 stop
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19:55 - 12:10JNB-MEL
31h 15m1 stop
$1,189Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 15 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
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16:40 - 18:35MEL-JNB
34h 55m1 stop
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19:55 - 08:15JNB-MEL
27h 20m1 stop
$1,231Singapore Airlines
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 08:20MEL-JNB
23h 00m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 17:00JNB-MEL
22h 10m1 stop
$1,399Etihad Airways
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 08:20MEL-JNB
23h 00m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 17:00JNB-MEL
22h 10m1 stop
$1,402Etihad Airways
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Thu, 20 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 08:40MEL-JNB
24h 30m1 stop
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13:45 - 06:20JNB-MEL
31h 35m2 stops
$1,495Qatar Airways
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
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23:40 - 15:35MEL-JNB
24h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
09:25 - 22:20JNB-MEL
27h 55m2 stops
$1,507Qatar Airways
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Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 9 Nov
Emirates Logo
23:55 - 11:40MEL-CPT
44h 45m1 stop
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13:40 - 23:20CPT-MEL
24h 40m1 stop
$2,111Emirates
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
Emirates Logo
23:55 - 16:45MEL-CPT
25h 50m1 stop
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 05:30CPT-MEL
32h 25m1 stop
$2,116Emirates
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Sun, 22 Mar - Tue, 7 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
20:00 - 10:20MEL-DUR
47h 20m2 stops
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10:55 - 23:35DUR-MEL
27h 40m2 stops
$2,203Qantas Airways
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Wed, 15 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
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20:00 - 10:20MEL-DUR
47h 20m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
10:55 - 18:50DUR-MEL
22h 55m2 stops
$2,306Qantas Airways
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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
15 Feb
MEL00:35Melbourne
27h 00m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 Mar
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:10Melbourne
$1,189
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Singapore Airlines
10 Feb
MEL16:40Melbourne
34h 55m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
24 Feb
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m
1 stop
MEL08:15Melbourne
$1,231
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Singapore Airlines
9 Feb
MEL00:35Melbourne
27h 00m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
24 Feb
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:10Melbourne
$1,336
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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight tickets
Qatar Airways
27 Oct
MEL17:10Melbourne
24h 30m
1 stop
JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
10 Nov
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
2 stops
MEL06:20Melbourne
$1,495
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Qatar Airways
26 Oct
MEL23:40Melbourne
24h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
9 Nov
JNB09:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m
2 stops
MEL22:20Melbourne
$1,507
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Qatar Airways
27 Oct
MEL19:55Melbourne
28h 40m
2 stops
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
10 Nov
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
2 stops
MEL06:20Melbourne
$1,551
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 26 September 2025.
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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,189

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:55-08:15

1 stop27h 20m

$1,231

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,399

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,402

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

17:10-08:40

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

13:45-06:20

2 stops31h 35m

$1,495

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

09:25-22:20

2 stops27h 55m

$1,507

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

23:55-11:40

1 stop44h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

$2,111

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

23:55-16:45

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

13:05-05:30

1 stop32h 25m

$2,116

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

20:00-10:20

2 stops47h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 19/10

10:55-23:35

2 stops27h 40m

$2,203

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

20:00-10:20

2 stops47h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 19/10

10:55-18:50

2 stops22h 55m

$2,306

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,562, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,571.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,946. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Thursday 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 $2,072.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to South Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,878. Flying to South Africa in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to South Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,044 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,810 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,557 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight.

Cheap Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to South 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 South Africa.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $865Free cancellationRating
7.6
416 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,113Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,376 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,284Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,262 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,456Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,633 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,515Free cancellationRating
7.2
865 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,535Free cancellationRating
7.5
908 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,566Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,009 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,577Free cancellationRating
7.6
45 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,656Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,348 reviews
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

momondo helps you find the best flight between Melbourne and South Africa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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