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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from R9 938

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0:35 - 18:35MEL-JNB
27h 00m1 stop
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19:55 - 12:10JNB-MEL
31h 15m1 stop
R13 569Singapore Airlines
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Sun, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 2
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 8:20MEL-JNB
23h 00m1 stop
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9:50 - 17:00JNB-MEL
22h 10m1 stop
R15 966Etihad Airways
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 10
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 8:20MEL-JNB
23h 00m1 stop
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9:50 - 17:00JNB-MEL
22h 10m1 stop
R16 001Etihad Airways
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 8:20MEL-JNB
23h 00m1 stop
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9:50 - 17:00JNB-MEL
22h 10m1 stop
R16 036Etihad Airways
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
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0:35 - 18:35MEL-JNB
27h 00m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 5:45JNB-MEL
24h 50m1 stop
R16 123Singapore Airlines
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Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 14
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17:10 - 8:40MEL-JNB
24h 30m1 stop
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13:45 - 6:20JNB-MEL
31h 35m2 stops
R17 061Qatar Airways
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 10
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23:40 - 15:35MEL-JNB
24h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
9:25 - 22:20JNB-MEL
27h 55m2 stops
R17 200Qatar Airways
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Sun, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 9
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23:40 - 15:35MEL-JNB
24h 55m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
20:20 - 17:50JNB-MEL
36h 30m1 stop
R19 615Virgin Australia
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
Emirates Logo
23:55 - 11:40MEL-CPT
44h 45m1 stop
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13:40 - 23:20CPT-MEL
24h 40m1 stop
R24 097Emirates
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
Emirates Logo
23:55 - 16:45MEL-CPT
25h 50m1 stop
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13:05 - 5:30CPT-MEL
32h 25m1 stop
R24 149Emirates
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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Feb 15
MEL0:35Melbourne
27h 00m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 2
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:10Melbourne
R13 569
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Feb 1
MEL0:35Melbourne
27h 00m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 14
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 50m
1 stop
MEL5:45Melbourne
R16 123
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Singapore Airlines
Feb 2
MEL7:00Melbourne
20h 35m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 14
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:10Melbourne
R16 557
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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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Qatar Airways
Oct 27
MEL17:10Melbourne
24h 30m
1 stop
JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 10
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
2 stops
MEL6:20Melbourne
R17 061
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Qatar Airways
Oct 26
MEL23:40Melbourne
24h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 9
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m
2 stops
MEL22:20Melbourne
R17 200
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Qatar Airways
Oct 27
MEL19:55Melbourne
28h 40m
2 stops
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 10
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
2 stops
MEL6:20Melbourne
R17 704
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa 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 13 550 searches. Data last updated 26 September 2025.
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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

0:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

R13 569

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R15 966

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R16 001

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R16 036

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

0:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-5:45

1 stop24h 50m

R16 123

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

17:10-8:40

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

13:45-6:20

2 stops31h 35m

R17 061

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

9:25-22:20

2 stops27h 55m

R17 200

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

20:20-17:50

1 stop36h 30m

R19 615

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

23:55-11:40

1 stop44h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

13:40-23:20

1 stop24h 40m

R24 097

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

23:55-16:45

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

13:05-5:30

1 stop32h 25m

R24 149

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

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 South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R17 825, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R17 930.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was R22 393. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around R29 346. 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 South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Melbourne Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R22 574 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R28 002.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R20 662 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Melbourne Airport for as low as R17 773 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight.

Cheap Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight deals and tips

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

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

    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 Melbourne Airport to South Africa.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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Rating
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R11 412Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 262 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R13 502Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 375 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom R18 351Free CancellationRating
7,6
45 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R20 409Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 348 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R20 566Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 633 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R21 729Free CancellationRating
7,5
908 reviews
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Flights from Melbourne to South Africa with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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