Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Melbourne?

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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.

Question 4

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

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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.

Question 5

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

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In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is about 12 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R16 944.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Those flying to Melbourne could potentially find better pricing at Melbourne Essendon Airport (11 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.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

There may be other airlines that fly to Melbourne from South Africa, but the most popular among our users are Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, South African and Singapore Airlines. These airlines should offer flights to Melbourne on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in South Africa.

Question 8

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?

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Prices for flights to Melbourne refresh daily.

Question 9

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Melbourne?

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As of January 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights to Melbourne.

Question 10

How old do you have to be to fly to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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 22h 10m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Melbourne is flying from Cape Town Intl to Melbourne, which will take roughly 25h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R15 586, 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 November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 635.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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 R16 944 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 R15 437 on momondo.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	March	8% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne costs on average just R15 586 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	16% more expensive	It costs about R19 791 for flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	381% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R7 323
Best Round-Trip Price	R14 827
Fastest flight time	25h 35m
Popular in	December

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

Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Melbourne?

How old do you have to be to fly to Melbourne?

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

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights to Melbourne?

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

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