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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Melbourne

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, South African and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from South Africa according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport takes 22h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Melbourne Airport takes 24h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Melbourne is 7 as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:25 - 23:20DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 55m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

17:10 - 10:55MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

26h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

$1,242Qatar Airways

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13:45 - 23:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

23:40 - 15:15MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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$1,254Qatar Airways

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18:20 - 23:00MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

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$1,255Turkish Airlines

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18:20 - 08:20MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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$1,318Etihad Airways

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62h 40m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:20 - 12:05MEL Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl

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$1,340Turkish Airlines

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38h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:30 - 17:10MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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$1,758Emirates

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17:55 - 23:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AVV Melbourne Avalon

20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 15:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,765Qantas Airways

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17:55 - 23:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AVV Melbourne Avalon

20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 15:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,769Qantas Airways

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11:10 - 07:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

35h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

15:30 - 07:25MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,990Cathay Pacific

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40h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

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$2,008Emirates

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Melbourne

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Turkish Airlines

1 Feb

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

62h 40m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

22 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

37h 40m

2 stops

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

$1,255

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30 Jan

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

62h 40m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

6 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

50h 45m

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CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

$1,340

Turkish Airlines

30 Jan

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

62h 40m

2 stops

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6 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

50h 45m

2 stops

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

$1,392

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Melbourne

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Qatar Airways

1 Nov

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

25h 55m

2 stops

MEL23:20Melbourne

25 Nov

MEL17:10Melbourne

26h 45m

2 stops

DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl

$1,242

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4 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

24 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,254

Qatar Airways

1 Feb

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

1 stop

MEL05:45Melbourne

15 Feb

MEL17:10Melbourne

31h 25m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,279

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DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MEL Melbourne

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Melbourne

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1 stop24h 35m

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$1,318

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Melbourne

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18:20-12:05

2 stops50h 45m

$1,340

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DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MEL Melbourne

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

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19:10-18:15

1 stop38h 05m

Melbourne

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22:30-17:10

1 stop27h 40m

$1,758

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:55-23:15

1 stop20h 20m

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06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

$1,765

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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17:55-23:15

1 stop20h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 15/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

$1,769

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

11:10-07:00

2 stops35h 50m

Melbourne

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15:30-07:25

1 stop24h 55m

$1,990

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22:20-23:20

1 stop40h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 19/1

12:05-20:35

2 stops41h 30m

$2,008

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,399. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,425.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,502 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from South Africa for as low as $1,420 on momondo.

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Best price found	$781
Fastest flight time	20h 20m
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The best one-way flight to Melbourne from South Africa in the past 72 hours is $781. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,242.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Melbourne takes 20h 20m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Melbourne.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Melbourne were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Melbourne is 7 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $974	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,589 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,083	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,461 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,113	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,527 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,267	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,307	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,396	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 64 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,638	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,653 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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