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 according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% 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?

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

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to South Africa refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to South Africa is 5 as of July 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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7:00 - 18:35MEL-JNB

20h 35m1 stop

13:45 - 10:50JNB-MEL

36h 05m1 stop

R15 341Singapore Airlines

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Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 6

19:25 - 18:35MEL-JNB

32h 10m1 stop

13:45 - 5:45JNB-MEL

31h 00m1 stop

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9

5:00 - 8:20MEL-JNB

35h 20m1 stop

9:50 - 17:00JNB-MEL

22h 10m1 stop

R17 359Etihad Airways

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Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Nov 10

5:00 - 8:20MEL-JNB

35h 20m1 stop

9:50 - 16:35JNB-MEL

21h 45m1 stop

R17 484Etihad Airways

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Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Oct 20

20:55 - 15:00AVV-JNB

27h 05m1 stop

17:30 - 23:15JNB-AVV

20h 45m1 stop

R22 270Qantas Airways

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9

20:55 - 15:00AVV-JNB

27h 05m1 stop

17:30 - 23:15JNB-AVV

20h 45m1 stop

R22 324Qantas Airways

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9

5:15 - 16:50MEL-CPT

43h 35m1 stop

13:05 - 5:30CPT-MEL

32h 25m1 stop

R23 378Emirates

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Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 1

22:55 - 11:35MEL-CPT

44h 40m1 stop

18:25 - 5:30CPT-MEL

27h 05m1 stop

R23 485Emirates

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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2

18:45 - 16:45MEL-CPT

31h 00m2 stops

20:25 - 22:20CPT-MEL

40h 55m2 stops

R26 807South African

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Wed, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 26

18:45 - 10:25MEL-CPT

24h 40m2 stops

20:25 - 22:20CPT-MEL

40h 55m2 stops

R26 932South African

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Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Sept 19

MEL5:00Melbourne

35h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 10

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

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Etihad Airways

Sept 25

MEL5:00Melbourne

35h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 20

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

1 stop

MEL16:35Melbourne

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Jul 27

MEL5:00Melbourne

35h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 12

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 20m

1 stop

MEL3:10Melbourne

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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Oct 27

MEL7:00Melbourne

20h 35m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 6

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 05m

1 stop

MEL10:50Melbourne

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Singapore Airlines

Oct 27

MEL19:25Melbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 9

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 00m

1 stop

MEL5:45Melbourne

R16 055

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Singapore Airlines

Oct 27

MEL7:00Melbourne

20h 35m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 9

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 00m

1 stop

MEL5:45Melbourne

R16 127

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne 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 is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R18 323, 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, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R19 145.

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. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was R23 019. 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 to South Africa on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around R30 166. 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 in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R23 204 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 785.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R21 800 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 for as low as R18 949 on momondo.

Cheap Melbourne to South Africa flight deals and tips

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

Best price found	R10 483
Fastest flight time	18h 00m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is R10 483. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 341.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to South Africa takes 18h 00m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to South Africa. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to South Africa is 5 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 879	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 326 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R18 864	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 35 reviews	Search South African flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R20 044	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 222 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 980	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 284 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R21 538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 876 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Africa from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to South Africa?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Melbourne and South Africa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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