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

China Eastern, IndiGo, and Qatar Airways 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 38% 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 20 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of July 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.

$776 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Africa in 2026

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11:00 - 10:00

MEL

CAI

30h 00m

1 stop

13:45 - 12:40

CAI

MEL

39h 55m

1 stop

$1,314China Eastern

Sun, 26 Jul - Thu, 10 Sep

11:00 - 10:00

MEL

CAI

30h 00m

1 stop

13:45 - 12:40

CAI

MEL

39h 55m

1 stop

$1,317China Eastern

Sun, 26 Jul - Thu, 10 Sep

06:55 - 19:20

MEL

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

13:40 - 08:15

JNB

MEL

33h 35m

1 stop

$1,564Singapore Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov

17:20 - 08:20

MEL

JNB

23h 00m

1 stop

09:45 - 15:50

JNB

MEL

22h 05m

1 stop

$1,704Etihad Airways

Tue, 11 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

18:20 - 08:20

MEL

JNB

23h 00m

1 stop

09:50 - 17:00

JNB

MEL

22h 10m

1 stop

$1,721Etihad Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

23:40 - 15:35

MEL

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

13:45 - 23:20

JNB

MEL

24h 35m

1 stop

$1,757Qatar Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

23:40 - 15:35

MEL

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

13:45 - 23:20

JNB

MEL

24h 35m

1 stop

$1,758Qatar Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

19:25 - 09:25

MEL

CPT

23h 00m

2 stops

10:40 - 12:10

CPT

MEL

40h 30m

2 stops

$1,964Singapore Airlines

Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

06:00 - 16:25

AVV

JNB

18h 25m

1 stop

18:45 - 22:50

JNB

AVV

20h 05m

1 stop

$2,404Qantas Airways

Mon, 27 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug

06:00 - 16:25

AVV

JNB

18h 25m

1 stop

18:45 - 22:50

JNB

AVV

20h 05m

1 stop

$2,407Qantas Airways

Mon, 27 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

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Qantas Airways

20 July

MEL06:30Melbourne

17h 55m

1 stop

JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

3 Aug

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m

1 stop

MEL19:30Melbourne

$2,369

Qantas Airways

20 July

MEL06:30Melbourne

17h 55m

1 stop

JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

3 Aug

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m

1 stop

MEL19:30Melbourne

$2,371

Qantas Airways

20 July

MEL06:30Melbourne

17h 55m

1 stop

JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

3 Aug

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m

1 stop

MEL19:30Melbourne

$2,372

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

21 Oct

MEL06:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

18 Nov

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,564

Singapore Airlines

11 Aug

MEL05:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31 Aug

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 45m

1 stop

MEL17:10Melbourne

$1,856

Singapore Airlines

10 Aug

MEL05:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31 Aug

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

1 stop

MEL11:00Melbourne

$1,865

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MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Cairo

Thu 10/9

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,314

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Cairo

Thu 10/9

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,317

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

06:55-19:20

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:40-08:15

1 stop33h 35m

$1,564

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

17:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

09:45-15:50

1 stop22h 05m

$1,704

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,721

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

$1,757

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

$1,758

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

19:25-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

10:40-12:10

2 stops40h 30m

$1,964

Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 27/7

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,404

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 27/7

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,407

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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 May, then book flights to Africa from Melbourne during September instead. Flights to Africa in September, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,767.

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 $1,726 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 $1,270 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	16h 50m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Africa takes 16h 50m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Africa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 493 airports in Africa. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU), Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Marrakech Menara (RAK) and 1 more.

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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 20 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of July 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 $760	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $792	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 235 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $814	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 463 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $842	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,406 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $932	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,475 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $974	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 228 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,022	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,572 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,442 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,252	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,268	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,061 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Why use momondo?

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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