How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to South America on average per week?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and South America is 12 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to South America on average per day?

As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in South America each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to South America?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to South America

Which airlines fly to South America?

LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Melbourne Airport according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to South America 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 South America?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America were last updated today.

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

There are 15 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America as of November 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to South America.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South America 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 America. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2 Feb

MEL07:45Melbourne

37h 35m

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18 Feb

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

If you don’t want to visit South America in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $2,299.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to South America from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $2,784. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South America on Wednesday is $3,010.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to South America when you can find flight prices for as low as $2,838. Flying to South America in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to South America, so prices are often more expensive at around $3,147 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to South America flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez for the best Melbourne - South America flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $2,577 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Melbourne Airport for as low as $2,127 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to South America flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to South America flight.

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Best price found	$1,622
Fastest flight time	12h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South America	1 airport

The best one-way flight to South America from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $1,622. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,342.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to South America takes 12h 40m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to South America every day.

There is 1 airport near South America: Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America?
There are 15 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to South America?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South America 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 America. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to South America?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Melbourne Airport to South America is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 88.43% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 11.57%.

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Avianca	PriceFrom $560	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,468 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $651	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,563 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $685	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $756	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 209 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $867	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,673 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,047	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 526 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,117	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 930 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,205	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,423 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,549	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 424 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $1,663	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,872 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights

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

Finding the right flight to South America from Melbourne is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to South America quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

Yes. All flights to South America from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

Once you have performed a search for Melbourne to South America flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

If you don’t want to visit South America in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $2,299.

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

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

What is the cheapest Melbourne to South America flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez for the best Melbourne - South America flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to South America flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to South America flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to South America?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to South America

Which airlines fly to South America?

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to South America on average per day?

As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in South America each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to South America on average per week?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and South America is 12 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?

What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to South America?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to South America

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Why use momondo?

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

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

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

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

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