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

Etihad Airways, IndiGo, 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 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 18 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 17 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of August 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.

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21:30 - 10:00MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

43h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:45 - 12:40CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

39h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,302China Eastern

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

21:30 - 10:00MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

43h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:45 - 12:40CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

39h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,311China Eastern

Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

13:00 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

34h 35m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Sharjah

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

36h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,589Multiple Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

17:30 - 09:55MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

25h 25m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuwait City

13:00 - 14:05CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,600Multiple Airlines

Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

16:30 - 03:40MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

44h 10m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Istanbul

20:45 - 11:15CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

29h 30m2 stops Istanbul Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$1,657Turkish Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

18:20 - 07:45MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 17:00ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,664Etihad Airways

Fri, 23 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

18:20 - 07:45MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 17:00ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,666Etihad Airways

Fri, 23 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

15:30 - 09:20MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

26h 50m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Istanbul

02:20 - 11:15CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

47h 55m2 stops Istanbul Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$1,703Turkish Airlines

Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

23:30 - 18:00MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

49h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

03:05 - 11:15CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

49h 10m2 stops Muscat Seeb Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$1,764Oman Air

Mon, 14 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

07:45 - 18:00MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

41h 15m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

18:50 - 11:15CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

33h 25m2 stops Muscat Seeb Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$1,789Oman Air

Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

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21:30 - 10:00MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

43h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:45 - 09:00CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

36h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,541China Eastern

Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

11:00 - 10:00MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:45 - 12:40CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

39h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,652China Eastern

Thu, 20 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

06:00 - 08:25MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:55 - 22:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

41h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,879Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

16:10 - 00:20MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

39h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

01:50 - 22:05ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

37h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,892Qatar Airways

Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep

21:35 - 09:10MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 35m3 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Doha Hamad Intl

20:55 - 22:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

41h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,896Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

15:55 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

06:40 - 08:50NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

43h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi

$1,977IndiGo

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

16:10 - 00:20MEL Melbourne-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

39h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

01:50 - 21:05ADD Addis Ababa Bole-MEL Melbourne

36h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,045Qatar Airways

Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep

13:30 - 23:45MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

41h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Istanbul

21:45 - 11:15CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

30h 30m2 stops Istanbul Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$2,116Turkish Airlines

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

05:15 - 20:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

19:10 - 05:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

26h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,184Emirates

Sat, 22 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

13:30 - 23:45MEL Melbourne-CAI Cairo

41h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Istanbul

10:45 - 07:30CAI Cairo-MEL Melbourne

37h 45m2 stops Istanbul Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$2,260Turkish Airlines

Wed, 19 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug

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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

3 Feb

MEL10:35Melbourne

28h 35m

1 stop

JNB06:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

17 Feb

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 05m

1 stop

MEL05:45Melbourne

$1,837

Singapore Airlines

5 Oct

MEL00:35Melbourne

27h 45m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

21 Oct

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

1 stop

MEL12:00Melbourne

$1,896

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

9 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

16 Nov

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 30m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,767

Qatar Airways

4 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

18 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 05m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,774

Qatar Airways

3 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

20 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 05m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,778

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MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Tue 15/9

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,302

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Thu 10/9

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,311

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

13:00-15:35

2 stops34h 35m

Cairo

Mon 2/11

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,589

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 12/2

17:30-09:55

2 stops25h 25m

Cairo

Fri 12/3

13:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,600

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 21/11

16:30-03:40

2 stops44h 10m

Cairo

Thu 26/11

20:45-11:15

2 stops29h 30m

$1,656

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MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

18:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 26/10

14:05-17:00

1 stop18h 55m

$1,664

MelbourneAddis Ababa

MEL Melbourne - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

MELADD

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

18:20-07:45

1 stop21h 25m

Addis Ababa Bole

Mon 26/10

14:05-17:00

1 stop18h 55m

$1,666

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

15:30-09:20

2 stops26h 50m

Cairo

Sat 5/12

02:20-11:15

2 stops47h 55m

$1,703

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

23:30-18:00

2 stops49h 30m

Cairo

Sat 19/9

03:05-11:15

2 stops49h 10m

$1,764

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

07:45-18:00

2 stops41h 15m

Cairo

Sun 20/9

18:50-11:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,789

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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 March instead. Flights to Africa in March, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,799.

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 $1,727 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 $1,446 on momondo.

Cheap Melbourne to Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$765
Fastest flight time	18h 00m
Direct flights	Tue and Sat
Airports in Africa	494 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $765. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,302.

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

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

There are 494 airports in Africa. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), Marrakech Menara (RAK).

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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 17 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Africa as of August 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
IndiGo	PriceFrom $629	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 582 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $724	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $756	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 470 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $777	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 242 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $825	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,652 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $907	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,504 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $966	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 232 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,003	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,012	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,039	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,472 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines 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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