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

China Eastern, IndiGo, and Etihad 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 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.

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21:30 - 10:00

MEL

CAI

43h 30m

1 stop

13:45 - 12:40

CAI

MEL

39h 55m

1 stop

$1,307China Eastern

mié., 29 jul. - jue., 10 sep.

12:00 - 08:30

MEL

CAI

28h 30m

1 stop

13:00 - 14:05

CAI

MEL

40h 05m

1 stop

$1,308China Eastern

mié., 28 oct. - sáb., 21 nov.

15:20 - 19:20

MEL

JNB

36h 00m

1 stop

20:25 - 04:40

JNB

MEL

24h 15m

1 stop

$1,529Singapore Airlines

lun., 24 ago. - mié., 9 sep.

00:35 - 19:20

MEL

JNB

27h 45m

1 stop

20:25 - 05:45

JNB

MEL

24h 20m

1 stop

$1,534Singapore Airlines

vie., 9 oct. - sáb., 24 oct.

16:10 - 10:30

MEL

CPT

27h 20m

1 stop

12:35 - 23:20

CPT

MEL

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,949Qatar Airways

lun., 2 nov. - jue., 26 nov.

16:10 - 17:25

MEL

CPT

34h 15m

1 stop

12:35 - 23:20

CPT

MEL

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,974Qatar Airways

sáb., 14 nov. - dom., 22 nov.

06:00 - 15:00

AVV

JNB

18h 00m

1 stop

17:30 - 20:20

JNB

AVV

17h 50m

1 stop

$2,321Qantas Airways

mié., 18 nov. - mié., 2 dic.

06:00 - 15:00

AVV

JNB

18h 00m

1 stop

17:30 - 23:15

JNB

AVV

20h 45m

1 stop

$2,325Qantas Airways

mié., 18 nov. - mié., 2 dic.

17:20 - 11:15

MEL

EBB

48h 55m

2 stops

12:10 - 15:50

EBB

MEL

44h 40m

2 stops

$2,478Etihad Airways

sáb., 1 ago. - sáb., 15 ago.

18:20 - 13:15

MEL

EBB

50h 55m

2 stops

02:45 - 17:00

EBB

MEL

30h 15m

2 stops

$2,481Etihad Airways

sáb., 31 oct. - dom., 29 nov.

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

15 Oct

MEL16:10Melbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29 Oct

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

44h 05m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$1,780

Qatar Airways

2 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

22 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,791

Qatar Airways

2 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

22 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,792

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne to Africa flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

24 Aug

MEL15:20Melbourne

36h 00m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 Sept

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL04:40Melbourne

$1,529

Singapore Airlines

9 Oct

MEL00:35Melbourne

27h 45m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

24 Oct

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 20m

1 stop

MEL05:45Melbourne

$1,534

Singapore Airlines

12 Aug

MEL05:55Melbourne

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26 Aug

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:25Melbourne

$1,536

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MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

mié. 29/7

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

jue. 10/9

13:45-12:40

1 stop39h 55m

$1,307

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

mié. 28/10

12:00-08:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

sáb. 21/11

13:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,308

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

lun. 24/8

15:20-19:20

1 stop36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/9

20:25-04:40

1 stop24h 15m

$1,529

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

vie. 9/10

00:35-19:20

1 stop27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 24/10

20:25-05:45

1 stop24h 20m

$1,534

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

lun. 2/11

16:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 26/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,949

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

sáb. 14/11

16:10-17:25

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 22/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

$1,974

Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

mié. 18/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/12

17:30-20:20

1 stop17h 50m

$2,321

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

mié. 18/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/12

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$2,325

MelbourneEntebbe

MEL - EBB

MELEBB

Melbourne

sáb. 1/8

17:20-11:15

2 stops48h 55m

Entebbe

sáb. 15/8

12:10-15:50

2 stops44h 40m

$2,478

MelbourneEntebbe

MEL - EBB

MELEBB

Melbourne

sáb. 31/10

18:20-13:15

2 stops50h 55m

Entebbe

dom. 29/11

02:45-17:00

2 stops30h 15m

$2,481

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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 February instead. Flights to Africa in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,710.

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 $1,651 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 $1,237 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	16h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Africa takes 16h 30m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Africa every day.

There are 493 airports in Africa. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Harare (HRE), Cairo (CAI), 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
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $749	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 461 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $770	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 235 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $797	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $819	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,357 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $906	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,445 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $946	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 222 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $1,002	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 47 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,050	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,530 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,055	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,408 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,233	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,042 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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