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

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

Which airlines fly to Africa?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Melbourne according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 17 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 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 18 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of November 2026.

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.

$630 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Africa in 2026/27

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11:00 - 07:45MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

28h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:15 - 09:00CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

35h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,386China Eastern

Wed, 14 Apr - Sat, 24 Apr

12:00 - 07:30MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:15 - 12:40CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

39h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,411China Eastern

Thu, 25 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr

22:30 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

30h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

21:45 - 19:40CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

38h 55m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,467Turkish Airlines

Wed, 31 Mar - Thu, 13 May

22:35 - 14:35MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

25h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

10:15 - 20:45CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

25h 30m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,472Turkish Airlines

Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

16:10 - 18:10MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

33h 00m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuwait City

13:15 - 09:00CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

36h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,578Multiple Airlines

Mon, 3 May - Tue, 25 May

12:00 - 07:45MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

28h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

15:00 - 11:15CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

37h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$1,599Multiple Airlines

Wed, 31 Mar - Wed, 5 May

13:10 - 08:30MEL Melbourne-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

26h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Bengaluru Intl

09:30 - 23:35MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$1,630IndiGo

Wed, 10 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

13:10 - 08:30MEL Melbourne-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

26h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Bengaluru Intl

09:30 - 23:35MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$1,633IndiGo

Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar

18:05 - 12:20MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

26h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 16:45ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,673Etihad Airways

Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar

18:05 - 12:20MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

26h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 16:45ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,740Etihad Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb

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06:15 - 03:35MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

30h 20m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Manama Bahrain Intl

16:00 - 12:10CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

35h 10m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi

$1,631Multiple Airlines

Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

22:35 - 14:35MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

25h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

13:00 - 10:00CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

36h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,654Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

16:55 - 08:30MEL Melbourne-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

46h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Bengaluru Intl

09:30 - 23:35MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$1,682IndiGo

Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

18:05 - 07:45MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

21h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 16:45ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

18h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,705Etihad Airways

Thu, 12 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec

18:05 - 12:20MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

26h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:10 - 16:45ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

18h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,707Etihad Airways

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

16:55 - 08:30MEL Melbourne-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

46h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Bengaluru Intl

09:30 - 23:35MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$1,870IndiGo

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

17:10 - 11:05MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

26h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

01:05 - 23:20CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

37h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,889Qatar Airways

Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

12:05 - 12:45MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

32h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl

14:50 - 10:15ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

35h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$1,983Emirates

Thu, 12 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec

06:15 - 12:45MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

38h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:50 - 10:15ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

35h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$1,996Emirates

Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

17:10 - 17:25MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 23:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,051Qatar Airways

Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

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Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Virgin Australia

27 Nov

MEL17:10Melbourne

39h 05m

1 stop

ADD00:15Addis Ababa Bole

25 Jan

ADD01:45Addis Ababa Bole

32h 05m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,853

Virgin Australia

14 Mar

MEL16:10Melbourne

25h 30m

1 stop

JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

29 Mar

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 55m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,860

Virgin Australia

20 Apr

MEL16:10Melbourne

25h 00m

1 stop

JNB09:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

27 Apr

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 55m

1 stop

MEL16:50Melbourne

$1,864

Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Etihad Airways

1 Mar

MEL18:05Melbourne

26h 15m

1 stop

ADD12:20Addis Ababa Bole

22 Mar

ADD14:05Addis Ababa Bole

18h 40m

1 stop

MEL16:45Melbourne

$1,673

Etihad Airways

12 Nov

MEL18:05Melbourne

21h 40m

1 stop

ADD07:45Addis Ababa Bole

8 Dec

ADD14:05Addis Ababa Bole

18h 40m

1 stop

MEL16:45Melbourne

$1,705

Etihad Airways

12 Nov

MEL18:05Melbourne

26h 15m

1 stop

ADD12:20Addis Ababa Bole

16 Nov

ADD14:10Addis Ababa Bole

18h 35m

1 stop

MEL16:45Melbourne

$1,706

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MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 14/4

11:00-07:45

1 stop28h 45m

Cairo

Sat 24/4

13:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

$1,386

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 25/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Sun 4/4

13:15-12:40

1 stop39h 25m

$1,411

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 31/3

22:30-19:50

2 stops30h 20m

Cairo

Thu 13/5

21:45-19:40

2 stops38h 55m

$1,467

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

22:35-14:35

2 stops25h 00m

Cairo

Thu 4/3

10:15-20:45

2 stops25h 30m

$1,472

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 3/5

16:10-18:10

2 stops33h 00m

Cairo

Tue 25/5

13:15-09:00

1 stop36h 45m

$1,578

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 31/3

12:00-07:45

1 stop28h 45m

Cairo

Wed 5/5

15:00-11:15

2 stops37h 15m

$1,599

MelbournePort Louis

MEL Melbourne - MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

MELMRU

Melbourne

Wed 10/2

13:10-08:30

2 stops26h 20m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Thu 18/3

09:30-23:35

2 stops31h 05m

$1,630

MelbournePort Louis

MEL Melbourne - MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

MELMRU

Melbourne

Wed 10/2

13:10-08:30

2 stops26h 20m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Wed 17/3

09:30-23:35

2 stops31h 05m

$1,633

Fastest return journey

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Mon 1/3

18:05-12:20

1 stop26h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 22/3

14:05-16:45

1 stop18h 40m

$1,673

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Thu 18/2

18:05-12:20

1 stop26h 15m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 22/2

14:05-16:45

1 stop18h 40m

$1,740

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to 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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Africa from Melbourne during February instead. Flights to Africa in February, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,934.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 $1,782 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 $1,518 on momondo.

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Best price found	$630
Fastest flight time	16h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Africa from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $630. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,386.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Africa takes 16h 40m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 18 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of November 2026.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $743	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 39 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $783	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 485 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $798	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 247 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $832	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,468 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $906	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,703 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $998	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 250 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,011	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,555 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,037	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,695 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,132	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,633 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,170	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 580 reviews	Search IndiGo flights

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

Finding the right flight to Africa 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 Africa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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.

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

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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Price alerts on flights to Africa from Melbourne are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.