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Cheap flights to Melbourne from R19 366

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 11/4. 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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Summary info about Melbourne flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R9 882

Best Round-Trip Price

R19 366

Fastest flight time

18h 20m

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8 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 882 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne).
The best round-trip flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R19 366 (Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne).
The fastest flight to Melbourne from South Africa takes 18h 20m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne Avalon).
There are 8 airlines operating flights to Melbourne, including Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

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 407, 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 710.

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 225. 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 R24 927. 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 394 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 R27 937 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 18h 45m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Melbourne is flying from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne, which will take roughly 44h 50m. 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 R23 871.

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 R23 871


Frequently asked questions about flying to Melbourne

Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?

Those flying to Melbourne could potentially find better pricing at Melbourne Airport (19 km from Melbourne city centre), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (22 km from Melbourne city centre), Melbourne Avalon Airport (50 km from Melbourne city centre) or Bendigo Airport (132 km from Melbourne city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?

Prices for flights to Melbourne refresh daily.

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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.


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
Qatar Airways
Apr 11
DUR12:10Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 20m
2 stops
MEL23:30Melbourne
Apr 18
MEL21:00Melbourne
45h 50m
2 stops
DUR10:50Durban King Shaka Intl
R19 366
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 20
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
Sep 11
MEL23:45Melbourne
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 593
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 20
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 15m
2 stops
MEL10:35Melbourne
Sep 11
MEL23:45Melbourne
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 483
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 21
JNB13:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 40m
2 stops
MEL11:15Melbourne
Oct 4
MEL23:45Melbourne
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 615
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 19
JNB13:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 40m
2 stops
MEL11:15Melbourne
Sep 18
MEL23:45Melbourne
39h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 710
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Cathay Pacific
Jun 13
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 00m
2 stops
MEL11:15Melbourne
Aug 1
MEL14:25Melbourne
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 785
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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 Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways
Etihad Airways
Apr 25
JNB9:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 25m
1 stop
MEL17:20Melbourne
Etihad Airways
Apr 14
JNB9:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 40m
2 stops
MEL10:35Melbourne
R10 128
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Qatar Airways
Apr 14
JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m
1 stop
MEL23:30Melbourne
R10 923
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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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