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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from $732

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Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 18:10JNB-MEL
19h 30m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:25 - 18:35MEL-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
$1,174Singapore Airlines
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Thu, 20 Nov - Thu, 29 Jan
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 18:10JNB-MEL
19h 30m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:25 - 18:35MEL-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
$1,175Singapore Airlines
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Thu, 20 Nov - Thu, 29 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 05:45JNB-MEL
31h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 16:00MEL-JNB
32h 50m1 stop
$1,352Qatar Airways
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Wed, 10 Dec - Tue, 10 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 08:10DUR-MEL
36h 05m3 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
15:15 - 10:35MEL-DUR
27h 20m2 stops
$1,548Qatar Airways
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Mon, 15 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
South African Logo
11:00 - 22:20DUR-MEL
26h 20m2 stops
South African Logo
20:45 - 18:05MEL-DUR
30h 20m2 stops
$1,749South African
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Mon, 10 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
South African Logo
08:10 - 23:30DUR-MEL
30h 20m2 stops
South African Logo
20:45 - 13:55MEL-DUR
26h 10m2 stops
$1,751South African
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Mon, 10 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
07:00 - 18:35CPT-MEL
27h 35m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:35 - 22:50MEL-CPT
36h 15m2 stops
$1,845Qantas Airways
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Fri, 26 Sep - Sat, 15 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
07:00 - 18:35DUR-MEL
27h 35m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
18:20 - 10:20MEL-DUR
48h 00m2 stops
$1,850Qantas Airways
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Fri, 19 Sep - Fri, 26 Sep
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 05:30CPT-MEL
32h 25m1 stop
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21:15 - 11:35MEL-CPT
46h 20m1 stop
$2,075Emirates
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Sun, 7 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 05:30CPT-MEL
32h 25m1 stop
Emirates Logo
23:55 - 16:45MEL-CPT
25h 50m1 stop
$2,295Emirates
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Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on South Africa to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
20 Nov
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m
1 stop
MEL18:10Melbourne
29 Jan
MEL19:25Melbourne
32h 10m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,174
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Singapore Airlines
20 Nov
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 30m
1 stop
MEL18:10Melbourne
29 Jan
MEL19:25Melbourne
32h 10m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,175
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Singapore Airlines
16 Sept
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
36h 45m
1 stop
MEL07:25Melbourne
23 Sept
MEL18:15Melbourne
23h 10m
1 stop
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
$2,377
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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport

Our best Etihad Airways deals on South Africa to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Etihad Airways
11 Nov
JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 10m
1 stop
MEL17:00Melbourne
20 Jan
MEL18:20Melbourne
23h 00m
1 stop
JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,265
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Etihad Airways
18 Nov
JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 10m
1 stop
MEL17:00Melbourne
20 Jan
MEL18:20Melbourne
23h 00m
1 stop
JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,301
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Etihad Airways
12 Sept
JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 20m
1 stop
MEL03:10Melbourne
26 Sept
MEL05:00Melbourne
35h 20m
1 stop
JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,330
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

13:40-18:10

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

$1,174

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

13:40-18:10

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

$1,175

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

13:45-05:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

16:10-16:00

1 stop32h 50m

$1,352

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 15/9

12:05-08:10

3 stops36h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

15:15-10:35

2 stops27h 20m

$1,548

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 10/11

11:00-22:20

2 stops26h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

20:45-18:05

2 stops30h 20m

$1,749

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 10/11

08:10-23:30

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

20:45-13:55

2 stops26h 10m

$1,751

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/9

07:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

19:35-22:50

2 stops36h 15m

$1,845

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/9

07:00-18:35

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 26/9

18:20-10:20

2 stops48h 00m

$1,850

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/9

13:05-05:30

1 stop32h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 22/9

21:15-11:35

1 stop46h 20m

$2,075

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/9

13:05-05:30

1 stop32h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

23:55-16:45

1 stop25h 50m

$2,295

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Melbourne Airport

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of May is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around $1,537.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Melbourne Airport is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,653. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,913.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the morning. Flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $1,537. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,992 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from South Africa in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,715 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from South Africa for as low as $1,557 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Melbourne Airport flight.

Cheap South Africa to Melbourne Airport flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Melbourne Airport

Best price found

$732

Fastest flight time

16h 50m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from South Africa in the past 72 hours is $732. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,174.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Melbourne Airport takes 16h 50m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cape Town Intl Airport - Melbourne Airport, Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Melbourne Airport and Durban King Shaka Intl Airport - Melbourne Airport.
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Melbourne Airport?

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

    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 Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. 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 Airport

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Rating
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,108Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,342 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,148Free cancellationRating
7.5
887 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,257Free cancellationRating
7.6
953 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,289Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,232 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,290Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,608 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,390Free cancellationRating
7.5
38 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $2,039Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,304 reviews
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Once you have performed a search for South Africa to Melbourne flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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