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Cheap flights to Melbourne from R17 682

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Melbourne departing on 20/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Melbourne flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in South Africa to Melbourne found recently by users on momondo
Cathay Pacific
Aug 20
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 55m
1 stop
MEL11:15Melbourne
Sep 11
MEL23:45Melbourne
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 682
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 20
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 45m
2 stops
MEL11:05Melbourne
Sep 11
MEL23:45Melbourne
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 582
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Cathay Pacific
May 2
JNB13:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 20m
2 stops
MEL5:55Melbourne
May 9
MEL14:25Melbourne
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 253
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Cathay Pacific
May 18
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 00m
2 stops
MEL11:15Melbourne
May 25
MEL14:25Melbourne
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 406
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Etihad Airways
May 3
JNB9:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
61h 40m
2 stops
MEL7:35Melbourne
May 10
MEL21:10Melbourne
43h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 732
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 20
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 15m
2 stops
MEL10:35Melbourne
Sep 11
MEL20:00Melbourne
43h 40m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 096
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Melbourne

If you're looking for one-way flights from South Africa to Melbourne, view some of our deals below provided by Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
Jun 3
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
26h 30m
1 stop
MEL23:30Melbourne
Qatar Airways
May 1
JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 55m
1 stop
MEL16:45Melbourne
R10 019
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Multiple Airlines
Jun 3
CPT9:20Cape Town Intl
30h 10m
2 stops
MEL23:30Melbourne
R10 670
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Melbourne flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Melbourne flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R20 651, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R20 958.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R23 417. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from South Africa to Melbourne on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R25 207. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Flying to Melbourne from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R20 616 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Melbourne, so prices are often more expensive at around R28 062 per ticket.

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times from South Africa to Melbourne vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Melbourne (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 17h 25m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Melbourne is flying from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne, which will take roughly 22h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is about 53 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R24 157.

Cheapest flights to Melbourne airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Melbourne airports from your nearest city or airport
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Melbourne Avalon Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Johannesburg TO Melbourne

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Typically, flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg are cheaper when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne, which has an average price of R24 157


Cheap Melbourne flight deals and tips

Summary info about Melbourne flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R8 640

Best Round-Trip Price

R17 682

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Operated By

9 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 640 (Cape Town Intl to Melbourne).
The best round-trip flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R17 682 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne).
The fastest flight to Melbourne from South Africa takes 20h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne Avalon).
There are 9 airlines operating flights to Melbourne, including Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Melbourne

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Melbourne?

The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Melbourne from Sydney for R1 348. This is 40% cheaper than most flight deals to Melbourne. To find the cheapest price to Melbourne from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?

Those flying to Melbourne could potentially find better pricing at Melbourne Avalon Airport (50 km from Melbourne city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Melbourne?

Melbourne Avalon Airport has an average price of R2 236 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Melbourne. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?

Prices for flights to Melbourne refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Melbourne?

How old do you have to be to fly 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 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.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Melbourne?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Melbourne. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Melbourne with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Melbourne?

Once all potential Melbourne flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Melbourne and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.


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