How many flights depart from Melbourne to South America on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne and South America is 2 per day as of April 2026. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to South America on average per week?

15 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to South America as of April 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to South America?

LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Melbourne according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to South America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to South America?

LATAM Airlines, Air Canada, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to South America

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to South America?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to South America were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to South America?

As of April 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to South America.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to South America?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to South America.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?

The required travel and health documents for your South America 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 South America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,824LATAM Airlines

Sat, 9 May - Fri, 22 May

12:00 - 10:35

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SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,825LATAM Airlines

Thu, 25 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,828LATAM Airlines

Sat, 9 May - Fri, 22 May

12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,831LATAM Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Fri, 22 May

12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,835LATAM Airlines

Wed, 13 May - Tue, 19 May

12:00 - 10:35

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SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

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MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,837LATAM Airlines

Fri, 8 May - Thu, 28 May

12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,841LATAM Airlines

Mon, 6 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul

07:30 - 10:30

MEL

SCL

17h 00m

1 stop

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,855Multiple Airlines

Sat, 9 May - Fri, 22 May

20:15 - 10:30

MEL

SCL

28h 15m

1 stop

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,857Multiple Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 7 May

20:15 - 10:30

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SCL

28h 15m

1 stop

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,860Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

LATAM Airlines flights from Melbourne to South America

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LATAM Airlines

9 May

MEL12:00Melbourne

12h 35m

SCL10:35Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

22 May

SCL01:05Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 35m

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,824

LATAM Airlines

25 June

MEL12:00Melbourne

12h 35m

SCL10:35Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

8 July

SCL01:05Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 35m

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,825

LATAM Airlines

9 May

MEL12:00Melbourne

12h 35m

SCL10:35Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

22 May

SCL01:05Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 35m

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,828

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to South America

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Qatar Airways

26 Apr

MEL15:45Melbourne

31h 00m

1 stop

GRU09:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

3 May

GRU10:30Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

MEL04:55Melbourne

$2,306

Qatar Airways

29 Sept

MEL15:10Melbourne

30h 15m

1 stop

GRU08:25Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

2 Nov

GRU20:25Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

31h 25m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

$2,307

Qatar Airways

22 Apr

MEL22:45Melbourne

33h 00m

1 stop

GRU18:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

29 Apr

GRU02:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

50h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:15Melbourne

$2,388

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Nonstop14h 35m

$1,824

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Melbourne

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12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

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01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,825

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MELSCL

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 22/5

01:05-05:40

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$1,828

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Melbourne

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01:05-05:40

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$1,831

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Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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$1,835

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Melbourne

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12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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Nonstop14h 35m

$1,837

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Melbourne

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Nonstop12h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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Nonstop14h 35m

$1,841

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Melbourne

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07:30-10:30

1 stop17h 00m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 22/5

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,855

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MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

20:15-10:30

1 stop28h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 7/5

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,857

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MEL - SCL

MELSCL

Melbourne

Thu 25/6

20:15-10:30

1 stop28h 15m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 8/7

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,860

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

If you don’t want to visit South America in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,636.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to South America flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $2,237 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Melbourne for as low as $1,871 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to South America flights?

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Fastest flight time	11h 35m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in South America	463 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to South America takes 11h 35m

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

There are 463 airports in South America. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to South America

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to South America?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to South America were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to South America?
As of April 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to South America.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to South America?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The required travel and health documents for your South America 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 South America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to South America

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Avianca	PriceFrom $535	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,505 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Delta	PriceFrom $584	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,373 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $613	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,578 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $641	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,553 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $811	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,553 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $833	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 238 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $980	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 623 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,045	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,016 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,128	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,884 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $1,403	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,907 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights

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