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 according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 21 different airlines that fly to Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Africa

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Africa are updated daily.

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

There are 21 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of December 2025.

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

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

The required travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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22:30 - 07:30MEL-CAI

42h 00m1 stop

13:00 - 14:05CAI-MEL

40h 05m1 stop

$1,245China Eastern

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Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb

12:00 - 07:30MEL-CAI

28h 30m1 stop

13:00 - 12:00CAI-MEL

38h 00m1 stop

$1,246China Eastern

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18:20 - 13:25MEL-HRE

28h 05m2 stops

15:05 - 17:00HRE-MEL

40h 55m2 stops

$1,602Etihad Airways

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Wed, 18 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

18:20 - 13:25MEL-HRE

28h 05m2 stops

15:05 - 17:00HRE-MEL

40h 55m2 stops

$1,606Etihad Airways

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07:15 - 00:15MEL-ADD

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01:45 - 23:20ADD-MEL

37h 35m1 stop

$1,732Qatar Airways

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01:45 - 23:20ADD-MEL

37h 35m1 stop

$1,736Qatar Airways

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06:00 - 15:00AVV-JNB

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17:30 - 20:20JNB-AVV

17h 50m1 stop

$1,982Qantas Airways

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06:00 - 15:00AVV-JNB

18h 00m1 stop

17:30 - 07:35JNB-AVV

29h 05m1 stop

$2,029Qantas Airways

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22:30 - 17:00MEL-HRE

27h 30m2 stops

18:45 - 18:15HRE-MEL

38h 30m2 stops

$3,510Emirates

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23:55 - 17:00MEL-HRE

26h 05m2 stops

18:45 - 10:15HRE-MEL

54h 30m3 stops

$3,516Emirates

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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Africa

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Singapore Airlines

16 Apr

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Apr

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

1 stop

MEL04:20Melbourne

$1,550

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1 Feb

MEL00:35Melbourne

27h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

14 Feb

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 15m

1 stop

MEL12:10Melbourne

$1,616

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8 Feb

MEL00:35Melbourne

27h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

23 Feb

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,655

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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

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Qatar Airways

9 Feb

MEL18:50Melbourne

29h 45m

2 stops

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

23 Feb

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,695

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Qatar Airways

6 Apr

MEL15:10Melbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Apr

JNB11:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

1 stop

MEL22:10Melbourne

$1,721

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8 Mar

MEL07:15Melbourne

49h 00m

2 stops

ADD00:15Addis Ababa Bole

11 Mar

ADD01:45Addis Ababa Bole

37h 35m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,730

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1 stop40h 05m

$1,245

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MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

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13:00-12:00

1 stop38h 00m

$1,246

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MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

Sun 22/3

15:05-17:00

2 stops40h 55m

$1,602

MelbourneHarare

MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

18:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

Sun 22/3

15:05-17:00

2 stops40h 55m

$1,606

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

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

$1,732

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MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

07:15-00:15

2 stops49h 00m

Addis Ababa Bole

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01:45-23:20

1 stop37h 35m

$1,736

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AVVJNB

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Mon 9/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:30-20:20

1 stop17h 50m

$1,982

MelbourneJohannesburg

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AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:30-07:35

1 stop29h 05m

$2,029

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MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

22:30-17:00

2 stops27h 30m

Harare

Sat 31/1

18:45-18:15

2 stops38h 30m

$3,510

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MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

23:55-17:00

2 stops26h 05m

Harare

Sat 31/1

18:45-10:15

3 stops54h 30m

$3,516

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne 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 during August instead. Flights to Africa in August, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around $1,414.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne to Africa is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Africa on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $2,085. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,206.

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 to Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,899. 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 $2,511 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $1,930 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 for as low as $1,654 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	18h 00m
Direct flights	Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Africa	2 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Africa takes 18h 00m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Africa on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports near Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Cairo (CAI)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Africa?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Africa?
There are 21 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $864	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 425 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,020	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $1,055	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,111	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,113	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,411 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,133	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,950 reviews	Search Air India flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,173	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 500 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,202	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,069 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,290	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,318 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,484	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Africa from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once all potential Melbourne to Africa flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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