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

The number of flights available between Melbourne and South America is 4 per day as of March 2026. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

LATAM Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to South America

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

30 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to South America as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% 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 69% 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.

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 March 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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08:35 - 16:45

MEL

EZE

21h 10m

1 stop

02:15 - 15:50

EZE

MEL

24h 35m

1 stop

$1,770Multiple Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Mon, 22 Jun

12:00 - 10:35

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SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

15h 35mdirect

$1,863LATAM Airlines

Sat, 15 Aug - Thu, 24 Sep

12:00 - 10:35

MEL

SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,868LATAM Airlines

Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

12:00 - 10:35

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SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,871LATAM Airlines

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12:00 - 10:35

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12h 35mdirect

01:05 - 05:40

SCL

MEL

14h 35mdirect

$1,878LATAM Airlines

Thu, 18 Jun - Tue, 25 Aug

12:00 - 10:35

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12h 35mdirect

01:35 - 10:35

SCL

MEL

19h 00m

1 stop

$1,881Multiple Airlines

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12:00 - 10:35

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SCL

12h 35mdirect

01:35 - 10:00

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18h 25m

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$1,890Multiple Airlines

Wed, 20 May - Thu, 28 May

15:45 - 13:10

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34h 25m

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13:55 - 22:05

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43h 10m

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$2,909Qatar Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

15:10 - 13:10

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35h 00m

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20:15 - 04:55

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MEL

43h 40m

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$2,987Qatar Airways

Sat, 15 Aug - Fri, 25 Sep

15:45 - 08:35

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SDU

53h 50m

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13:55 - 22:05

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MEL

43h 10m

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$3,005Qatar Airways

Mon, 11 May - Wed, 13 May

LATAM Airlines flights from Melbourne to South America

Our best LATAM Airlines deals on Melbourne to South America flight tickets

LATAM Airlines

15 Aug

MEL12:00Melbourne

12h 35m

SCL10:35Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

24 Sept

SCL01:05Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

15h 35m

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,863

LATAM Airlines

15 Apr

MEL12:00Melbourne

12h 35m

SCL10:35Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

29 Apr

SCL01:05Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 35m

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,868

LATAM Airlines

19 Apr

MEL12:00Melbourne

12h 35m

SCL10:35Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

24 Apr

SCL01:05Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 35m

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,871

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to South America

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Qantas Airways

16 July

MEL08:15Melbourne

16h 35m

1 stop

SCL10:50Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

24 Dec

SCL00:50Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 35m

MEL05:25Melbourne

$2,033

Qantas Airways

12 Mar

MEL08:15Melbourne

16h 40m

1 stop

SCL10:55Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12 Mar

SCL13:15Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

17h 50m

1 stop

MEL21:05Melbourne

$2,105

Qantas Airways

16 Mar

MEL07:45Melbourne

17h 10m

1 stop

SCL10:55Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

29 Mar

SCL13:10Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

18h 05m

1 stop

MEL21:15Melbourne

$2,156

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08:35-16:45

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02:15-15:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,770

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01:05-05:40

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,863

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Melbourne

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12:00-10:35

Nonstop12h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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01:05-05:40

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$1,868

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Melbourne

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$1,878

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Melbourne

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12:00-10:35

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1 stop19h 00m

$1,881

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Melbourne

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12:00-10:35

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Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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1 stop18h 25m

$1,890

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15:45-13:10

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Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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13:55-22:05

2 stops43h 10m

$2,909

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MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

15:10-13:10

2 stops35h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 25/9

20:15-04:55

2 stops43h 40m

$2,987

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MEL - SDU

MELSDU

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

15:45-08:35

2 stops53h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 13/5

13:55-22:05

2 stops43h 10m

$3,005

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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 $1,613.

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 $2,204 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 $1,850 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	12h 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 12h 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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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 March 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 $528	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,494 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $605	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,565 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $632	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,397 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $644	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,269 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $775	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 229 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $800	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,570 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $967	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 608 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,031	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,002 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,113	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,795 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $1,382	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,917 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights

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