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

Turkish Airlines, China Eastern, and RwandAir 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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 20 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 June 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.

$779 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Africa in 2026

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21:30 - 10:00

MEL

CAI

43h 30m

1 stop

13:45 - 12:40

CAI

MEL

39h 55m

1 stop

$1,299China Eastern

Sat, 1 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

21:30 - 10:00

MEL

CAI

43h 30m

1 stop

13:00 - 14:05

CAI

MEL

40h 05m

1 stop

$1,301China Eastern

Thu, 13 Aug - Sat, 28 Nov

05:55 - 19:20

MEL

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

20:25 - 11:00

JNB

MEL

30h 35m

1 stop

$1,509Singapore Airlines

Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

05:55 - 19:20

MEL

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

20:25 - 04:40

JNB

MEL

24h 15m

1 stop

$1,512Singapore Airlines

Tue, 4 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

18:20 - 08:20

MEL

JNB

23h 00m

1 stop

09:50 - 17:00

JNB

MEL

22h 10m

1 stop

$1,728Etihad Airways

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

17:10 - 14:00

MEL

CMN

30h 50m

1 stop

15:30 - 23:20

CMN

MEL

21h 50m

1 stop

$1,840Qatar Airways

Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

16:10 - 10:30

MEL

CPT

27h 20m

1 stop

12:35 - 23:20

CPT

MEL

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,844Qatar Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

06:00 - 16:25

AVV

JNB

18h 25m

1 stop

18:45 - 22:50

JNB

AVV

20h 05m

1 stop

$2,361Qantas Airways

Sat, 22 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

06:00 - 15:00

AVV

JNB

18h 00m

1 stop

17:30 - 20:20

JNB

AVV

17h 50m

1 stop

$2,381Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

17:20 - 13:25

MEL

HRE

28h 05m

2 stops

02:20 - 15:50

HRE

MEL

29h 30m

2 stops

$2,625Etihad Airways

Wed, 29 Jul - Wed, 19 Aug

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

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Qantas Airways

22 Aug

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

18h 25m

1 stop

JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

14 Sept

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m

1 stop

AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon

$2,361

Qantas Airways

18 Nov

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

2 Dec

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m

1 stop

AVV20:20Melbourne Avalon

$2,381

Qantas Airways

26 Oct

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 Nov

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

AVV23:15Melbourne Avalon

$2,387

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Africa

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Singapore Airlines

12 Aug

MEL05:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26 Aug

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

1 stop

MEL11:00Melbourne

$1,509

Singapore Airlines

4 Aug

MEL05:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

31 Aug

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL04:40Melbourne

$1,512

Singapore Airlines

6 Oct

MEL06:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

27 Oct

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 30m

1 stop

MEL12:10Melbourne

$1,637

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MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Tue 1/9

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,299

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Sat 28/11

13:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,301

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

05:55-19:20

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

20:25-11:00

1 stop30h 35m

$1,509

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

05:55-19:20

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

20:25-04:40

1 stop24h 15m

$1,512

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,728

MelbourneCasablanca

MEL - CMN

MELCMN

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

17:10-14:00

1 stop30h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sun 8/11

15:30-23:20

1 stop21h 50m

$1,840

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,844

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 22/8

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,361

Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 18/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

17:30-20:20

1 stop17h 50m

$2,381

MelbourneHarare

MEL - HRE

MELHRE

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

17:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Harare

Wed 19/8

02:20-15:50

2 stops29h 30m

$2,625

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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 May, then book flights to Africa from Melbourne during April instead. Flights to Africa in April, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,741.

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 $1,692 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 $1,278 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Africa takes 14h 30m

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 Accra Kotoka (ACC), Harare (HRE), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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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 21 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of June 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 $751	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $761	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 462 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $782	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 234 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $832	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,376 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $920	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $961	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 223 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,062	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,411 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,066	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,545 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,252	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,046 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,294	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar 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.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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