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

As of February 2026, 5 flights take off from South America and land in Melbourne each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 01:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the morning.

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

Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South America to Melbourne

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

35 flights are operational weekly from South America to Melbourne as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from South America according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 83% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from South America to Melbourne refresh daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South America to Melbourne.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South America to Melbourne.

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

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

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01:20 - 05:25

SCL

MEL

14h 05mdirect

12:30 - 11:10

MEL

SCL

12h 40mdirect

$1,495LATAM Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

01:05 - 05:40

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MEL

14h 35mdirect

08:15 - 10:30

MEL

SCL

16h 15m

1 stop

$1,526Multiple Airlines

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02:05 - 06:40

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MEL

14h 35mdirect

20:15 - 10:30

MEL

SCL

28h 15m

1 stop

$1,534Multiple Airlines

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01:35 - 14:10

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AVV

22h 35m

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SCL

18h 30m

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$1,542Multiple Airlines

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MEL

37h 45m

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22:40 - 04:10

MEL

GRU

43h 30m

2 stops

$2,116Turkish Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

01:10 - 23:20

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MEL

32h 10m

1 stop

18:00 - 16:55

MEL

GRU

36h 55m

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$2,123Qatar Airways

Mon, 9 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

11:35 - 11:05

GRU

MEL

33h 30m

2 stops

16:10 - 10:35

MEL

GRU

32h 25m

1 stop

$2,127Qatar Airways

Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

17:10 - 20:55

GRU

MEL

37h 45m

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22:40 - 04:10

MEL

GRU

43h 30m

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$2,132Turkish Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

08:00 - 22:50

GRU

AVV

25h 50m

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08:10 - 16:30

AVV

GRU

22h 20m

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$2,983Qantas Airways

Sun, 2 Aug - Wed, 23 Dec

08:00 - 22:50

GRU

AVV

25h 50m

2 stops

20:40 - 21:20

AVV

GRU

37h 40m

3 stops

$3,404Qantas Airways

Sun, 2 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

United Airlines flights from South America to Melbourne

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23 Feb

GRU22:25Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

45h 05m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

26 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

33h 15m

2 stops

GRU07:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

$2,653

United Airlines

23 Feb

GRU22:25Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

45h 05m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

26 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

33h 15m

2 stops

GRU07:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

$2,660

United Airlines

23 Feb

GRU21:30Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

46h 00m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

21 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

33h 10m

2 stops

GRU07:10Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

$2,663

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3 Mar

SCL01:20Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 05m

MEL05:25Melbourne

16 Mar

MEL12:30Melbourne

12h 40m

SCL11:10Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$1,495

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9 Mar

SCL01:20Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 05m

MEL05:25Melbourne

17 Mar

MEL12:30Melbourne

12h 40m

SCL11:10Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$1,501

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4 Mar

SCL01:20Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

14h 05m

MEL05:25Melbourne

18 Mar

MEL06:30Melbourne

17h 20m

1 stop

SCL09:50Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

$1,534

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Nonstop12h 40m

$1,495

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01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

Melbourne

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08:15-10:30

1 stop16h 15m

$1,526

SantiagoMelbourne

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Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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02:05-06:40

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Melbourne

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20:15-10:30

1 stop28h 15m

$1,534

SantiagoMelbourne

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Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

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01:35-14:10

1 stop22h 35m

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1 stop18h 30m

$1,542

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Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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2 stops37h 45m

Melbourne

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22:40-04:10

2 stops43h 30m

$2,116

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GRUMEL

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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01:10-23:20

1 stop32h 10m

Melbourne

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18:00-16:55

2 stops36h 55m

$2,123

Sao PauloMelbourne

GRU - MEL

GRUMEL

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 24/3

11:35-11:05

2 stops33h 30m

Melbourne

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16:10-10:35

1 stop32h 25m

$2,127

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GRU - MEL

GRUMEL

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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17:10-20:55

2 stops37h 45m

Melbourne

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2 stops43h 30m

$2,132

Sao PauloMelbourne

GRU - AVV

GRUAVV

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 2/8

08:00-22:50

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

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08:10-16:30

2 stops22h 20m

$2,983

Sao PauloMelbourne

GRU - AVV

GRUAVV

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 2/8

08:00-22:50

2 stops25h 50m

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Sat 15/8

20:40-21:20

3 stops37h 40m

$3,404

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from South America to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $2,578. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $2,606.

What is the cheapest South America to Melbourne flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from South America when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $2,810 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 America for as low as $2,555 on momondo.

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How old do you have to be to fly from South America to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South America to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne 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 Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $1,560	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,920 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,568	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 988 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $2,351	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $2,823	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,274 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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