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

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Africa

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 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 19 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 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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15:00 - 09:20

MEL

CAI

27h 20m2 stops

02:20 - 20:55

CAI

MEL

33h 35m2 stops

$1,255Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

15:00 - 09:20

MEL

CAI

27h 20m2 stops

03:20 - 20:55

CAI

MEL

32h 35m2 stops

$1,256Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

05:55 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

20h 40m1 stop

19:50 - 04:40

JNB

MEL

24h 50m1 stop

$1,478Singapore Airlines

Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

18:25 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

32h 10m1 stop

19:50 - 11:00

JNB

MEL

31h 10m1 stop

$1,494Singapore Airlines

Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun

18:20 - 07:45

MEL

ADD

21h 25m1 stop

14:05 - 15:50

ADD

MEL

18h 45m1 stop

$1,601Etihad Airways

Mon, 16 Mar - Tue, 21 Apr

17:55 - 00:15

MEL

ADD

38h 20m2 stops

01:50 - 22:10

ADD

MEL

37h 20m1 stop

$1,618Qatar Airways

Tue, 24 Feb - Mon, 29 Jun

16:10 - 00:15

MEL

ADD

40h 05m1 stop

01:45 - 23:20

ADD

MEL

37h 35m1 stop

$1,689Qatar Airways

Sun, 1 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

17:10 - 07:15

MEL

CMN

23h 05m1 stop

09:25 - 15:50

CMN

MEL

21h 25m1 stop

$1,854Etihad Airways

Mon, 20 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

06:00 - 15:00

AVV

JNB

18h 00m1 stop

17:30 - 23:15

JNB

AVV

20h 45m1 stop

$1,911Qantas Airways

Thu, 22 Jan - Wed, 25 Feb

06:00 - 15:00

AVV

JNB

18h 00m1 stop

17:30 - 23:15

JNB

AVV

20h 45m1 stop

$1,914Qantas Airways

Tue, 20 Jan - Wed, 25 Feb

Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Etihad Airways

8 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

27 Feb

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

$1,597

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Etihad Airways

16 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

ADD07:45Addis Ababa Bole

21 Apr

ADD14:05Addis Ababa Bole

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL15:50Melbourne

$1,601

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Etihad Airways

8 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

1 Mar

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

$1,689

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Qantas Airways

22 Jan

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

25 Feb

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

AVV23:15Melbourne Avalon

$1,911

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Qantas Airways

20 Jan

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

25 Feb

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

AVV23:15Melbourne Avalon

$1,914

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Qantas Airways

18 Jan

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30 Apr

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 35m

1 stop

AVV20:20Melbourne Avalon

$1,954

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MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

15:00-09:20

2 stops27h 20m

Cairo

Sat 28/2

02:20-20:55

2 stops33h 35m

$1,255

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

15:00-09:20

2 stops27h 20m

Cairo

Sat 7/3

03:20-20:55

2 stops32h 35m

$1,256

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:50-04:40

1 stop24h 50m

$1,478

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,494

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

18:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Tue 21/4

14:05-15:50

1 stop18h 45m

$1,601

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

17:55-00:15

2 stops38h 20m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 29/6

01:50-22:10

1 stop37h 20m

$1,618

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL - ADD

MELADD

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

16:10-00:15

1 stop40h 05m

Addis Ababa Bole

Wed 4/3

01:45-23:20

1 stop37h 35m

$1,689

MelbourneCasablanca

MEL - CMN

MELCMN

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

17:10-07:15

1 stop23h 05m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 30/4

09:25-15:50

1 stop21h 25m

$1,854

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 22/1

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$1,911

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 20/1

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$1,914

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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 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 $1,351.

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 $1,873 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 $1,580 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	17h 30m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Africa takes 17h 30m

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

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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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $842	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 430 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $995	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 184 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $1,024	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,084	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,090	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,421 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,106	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,960 reviews	Search Air India flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,241	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,129 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,258	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,339 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,333	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,698 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,349	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 957 reviews	Search Qantas Airways 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.