Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, RwandAir, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to South Africa

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Melbourne to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Melbourne and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 320 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa.

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.

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18:25 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

32h 10m

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19:50 - 4:40

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MEL

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R14 375Singapore Airlines

Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 10

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Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 24

5:55 - 18:35

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R15 164Singapore Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

5:55 - 18:35

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20h 40m

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R16 187Singapore Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 12

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R16 287Singapore Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 7

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R16 371Singapore Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

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Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 20

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R22 326Emirates

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7

12:05 - 16:40

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36h 35m

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R22 410Emirates

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

23:55 - 16:40

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R22 427Emirates

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7

RwandAir flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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Mar 31

MEL16:10Melbourne

31h 10m

2 stops

JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 24

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

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MEL4:55Melbourne

R20 649

RwandAir

Mar 31

MEL16:10Melbourne

31h 10m

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JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 24

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

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MEL4:55Melbourne

R21 638

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Mar 31

MEL16:10Melbourne

31h 10m

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JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 24

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

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MEL4:55Melbourne

R21 873

Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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Emirates

Mar 31

MEL22:15Melbourne

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Apr 7

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

27h 05m

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MEL5:30Melbourne

R22 326

Emirates

Apr 29

MEL12:05Melbourne

36h 35m

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CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

May 6

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 15m

1 stop

MEL5:30Melbourne

R22 410

Emirates

Mar 31

MEL23:55Melbourne

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1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Apr 7

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

30h 25m

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MEL8:50Melbourne

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 174, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until October to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R16 875.

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 R19 339 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 R15 918 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 40m
Direct flights	Mon and Thu
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to South Africa takes 20h 40m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to South Africa on Monday and Thursday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa?
As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 350	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 479 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R14 269	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 58 reviews	Search South African flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R20 774	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 005 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R21 704	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 543 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R23 478	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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

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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