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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 George to Melbourne Airport takes 22h on average. On the other hand, flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport takes 22h 10m 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 8 as of February 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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16:35 - 15:50

CPT

MEL

63h 15m

2 stops

17:20 - 11:50

MEL

CPT

50h 30m

2 stops

$1,157Turkish Airlines

Wed, 20 May - Thu, 28 May

14:55 - 23:10

JNB

MEL

23h 15m

1 stop

15:10 - 15:20

MEL

JNB

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,248Qatar Airways

Tue, 31 Mar - Tue, 7 Apr

09:50 - 17:00

JNB

MEL

22h 10m

1 stop

18:20 - 08:20

MEL

JNB

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,390Etihad Airways

Fri, 13 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

09:50 - 17:00

JNB

MEL

22h 10m

1 stop

18:20 - 08:20

MEL

JNB

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,391Etihad Airways

Fri, 13 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

11:05 - 23:35

JNB

MEL

28h 30m

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23:45 - 07:55

MEL

JNB

40h 10m

1 stop

$1,411Multiple Airlines

Wed, 8 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

11:10 - 23:35

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MEL

28h 25m

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14:25 - 07:55

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JNB

25h 30m

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$1,425Multiple Airlines

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MEL

40h 45m

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18:45 - 08:40

MEL

DUR

21h 55m

2 stops

$1,548South African

Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr

20:20 - 22:05

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MEL

40h 45m

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17:45 - 08:40

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DUR

22h 55m

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$1,616South African

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12:40 - 20:05

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MEL

22h 25m

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06:15 - 20:00

MEL

PLZ

21h 45m

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$1,679Qantas Airways

Thu, 2 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr

12:40 - 18:50

PLZ

MEL

21h 10m

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06:40 - 15:05

MEL

PLZ

41h 25m

2 stops

$1,777Qantas Airways

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Melbourne

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10 Aug

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 10m

1 stop

MEL11:00Melbourne

31 Aug

MEL15:30Melbourne

35h 05m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,344

Singapore Airlines

13 July

CPT09:00Cape Town Intl

35h 40m

2 stops

MEL04:40Melbourne

30 July

MEL05:55Melbourne

35h 30m

2 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

$1,950

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Melbourne

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Etihad Airways

13 Mar

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

22 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,390

Etihad Airways

13 Mar

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

22 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,391

Etihad Airways

27 Mar

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

30 Apr

MEL17:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Wed 20/5

16:35-15:50

2 stops63h 15m

Melbourne

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17:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

$1,157

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JNB - MEL

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

14:55-23:10

1 stop23h 15m

Melbourne

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15:10-15:20

1 stop32h 10m

$1,248

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

$1,390

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

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18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

$1,391

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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11:05-23:35

2 stops28h 30m

Melbourne

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23:45-07:55

1 stop40h 10m

$1,411

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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11:10-23:35

2 stops28h 25m

Melbourne

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14:25-07:55

1 stop25h 30m

$1,425

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 1/4

20:20-22:05

2 stops40h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

18:45-08:40

2 stops21h 55m

$1,548

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 1/4

20:20-22:05

2 stops40h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

17:45-08:40

2 stops22h 55m

$1,616

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Thu 2/4

12:40-20:05

2 stops22h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 9/4

06:15-20:00

2 stops21h 45m

$1,679

Port ElizabethMelbourne

PLZ - MEL

PLZMEL

Port Elizabeth

Wed 11/3

12:40-18:50

2 stops21h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

06:40-15:05

2 stops41h 25m

$1,777

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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 $1,267. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,322.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,437 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 $1,364 on momondo.

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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 8 as of February 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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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $988	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,456 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,046	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 991 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,112	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,167 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,129	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,397 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,192	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,220 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,212	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,741 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,389	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 55 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,412	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,519 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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