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

As of July 2026, 4 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?

LATAM Airlines, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to South America

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 30 per week as of July 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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 72% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 12 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America as of July 2026.

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.

$1,054 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to South America in 2026

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12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,691LATAM Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Fri, 7 Aug

06:45 - 10:00

MEL

SCL

17h 15m

1 stop

01:30 - 05:25

SCL

MEL

13h 55mdirect

$1,757Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

12:15 - 22:45

SCL

MEL

20h 30m

1 stop

$1,773LATAM Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug

23:55 - 14:15

MEL

SCL

28h 20m

1 stop

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,803Multiple Airlines

Sat, 1 Aug - Fri, 7 Aug

09:25 - 16:45

MEL

EZE

20h 20m

1 stop

02:00 - 18:00

EZE

MEL

26h 00m

1 stop

$1,839Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov

08:15 - 10:30

MEL

SCL

16h 15m

1 stop

12:15 - 22:45

SCL

MEL

20h 30m

1 stop

$1,855LATAM Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug

23:55 - 14:15

MEL

SCL

28h 20m

1 stop

12:15 - 22:45

SCL

MEL

20h 30m

1 stop

$1,868Multiple Airlines

Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug

13:30 - 09:29

MEL

BOG

34h 59m

3 stops

08:50 - 12:00

BOG

MEL

36h 10m

3 stops

$1,882Multiple Airlines

Sat, 15 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug

13:30 - 09:29

MEL

BOG

34h 59m

3 stops

08:50 - 12:00

BOG

MEL

36h 10m

3 stops

$1,885Multiple Airlines

Thu, 20 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug

16:10 - 13:10

MEL

SDU

34h 00m

2 stops

20:30 - 22:05

SDU

MEL

36h 35m

2 stops

$2,965Qatar Airways

Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to South America

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United Airlines

9 Oct

MEL10:30Melbourne

26h 40m

2 stops

MDE21:10Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

24 Oct

MDE09:45Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

55h 45m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$2,762

United Airlines

25 Dec

MEL12:45Melbourne

56h 57m

2 stops

MDE05:42Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

5 Feb

MDE10:45Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

30h 45m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$2,776

United Airlines

12 Dec

MEL11:30Melbourne

53h 00m

2 stops

UIO00:30Quito Mariscal Sucr

14 Jan

UIO01:35Quito Mariscal Sucr

64h 55m

2 stops

MEL10:30Melbourne

$2,805

Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to South America

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Emirates

16 July

MEL05:15Melbourne

48h 55m

2 stops

BOG15:10Bogotá El Dorado

19 July

BOG17:15Bogotá El Dorado

72h 35m

3 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

$3,826

Emirates

16 July

MEL05:15Melbourne

48h 55m

2 stops

BOG15:10Bogotá El Dorado

19 July

BOG17:15Bogotá El Dorado

45h 15m

2 stops

MEL05:30Melbourne

$3,940

Emirates

9 July

MEL15:55Melbourne

65h 55m

3 stops

EZE20:50Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

23 July

EZE22:25Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

69h 25m

3 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

$3,960

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12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

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01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

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Mon 26/10

06:45-10:00

1 stop17h 15m

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Tue 17/11

01:30-05:25

Nonstop13h 55m

$1,757

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MEL - SCL

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Mon 3/8

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

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1 stop20h 30m

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MEL - SCL

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Sat 1/8

23:55-14:15

1 stop28h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 7/8

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,803

MelbourneBuenos Aires

MEL - EZE

MELEZE

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

09:25-16:45

1 stop20h 20m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Thu 26/11

02:00-18:00

1 stop26h 00m

$1,839

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

08:15-10:30

1 stop16h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 8/8

12:15-22:45

1 stop20h 30m

$1,855

MelbourneSantiago

MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

23:55-14:15

1 stop28h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 8/8

12:15-22:45

1 stop20h 30m

$1,868

MelbourneBogotá

MEL - BOG

MELBOG

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

13:30-09:29

3 stops34h 59m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sat 29/8

08:50-12:00

3 stops36h 10m

$1,882

MelbourneBogotá

MEL - BOG

MELBOG

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

13:30-09:29

3 stops34h 59m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 27/8

08:50-12:00

3 stops36h 10m

$1,885

MelbourneRio de Janeiro

MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

16:10-13:10

2 stops34h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 31/8

20:30-22:05

2 stops36h 35m

$2,965

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

If you don’t want to visit South America in January, then you should wait until April to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $583.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to South America flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 $2,182 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 $1,704 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne Airport 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?

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Best price found	$1,487
Fastest flight time	11h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South America	464 airports

The best one-way flight to South America from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $1,487. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,269.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to South America takes 11h 35m

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

There are 464 airports in South America. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to South America

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 12 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to South America as of July 2026.
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 98.36% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 1.64%.

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Avianca	PriceFrom $537	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,520 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Delta	PriceFrom $590	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,451 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $613	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,568 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $643	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,783 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $905	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 246 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $978	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 649 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,047	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,057 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,187	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,945 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $1,398	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,949 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,445	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 463 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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

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