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Cheap flights from South Africa to Melbourne from R7 595

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 5:45
JNB
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MEL
32h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 15:35
MEL
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JNB
32h 25m
1 stop
R13 866Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 23
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 17:50
JNB
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MEL
43h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 8:40
MEL
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JNB
25h 30m
1 stop
R13 930Qatar Airways
Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 5:45
JNB
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MEL
32h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 8:40
MEL
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JNB
25h 30m
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R13 978Qatar Airways
Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 23:20
JNB
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MEL
25h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
15:45 - 15:50
MEL
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JNB
32h 05m
1 stop
R14 249Qatar Airways
Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Apr 20
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 7:10
JNB
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MEL
35h 10m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:40 - 7:25
MEL
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JNB
31h 45m
1 stop
R15 206Cathay Pacific
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 20:55
CPT
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MEL
42h 40m
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Turkish Airlines Logo
18:20 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
50h 30m
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R15 988Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16
South African Logo
15:55 - 23:30
CPT
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MEL
22h 35m
2 stops
South African Logo
19:55 - 9:25
MEL
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CPT
22h 30m
2 stops
R17 280South African
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 9:25
CPT
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MEL
55h 10m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:20 - 11:50
MEL
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CPT
50h 30m
2 stops
R17 296Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:50
JNB
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AVV
20h 05m
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Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 - 16:25
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JNB
18h 25m
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R18 286Qantas Airways
Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18
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18:45 - 22:50
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AVV
20h 05m
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6:00 - 16:25
AVV
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JNB
18h 25m
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R18 349Qantas Airways
Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

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RwandAir
Mar 27
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m
2 stops
MEL5:45Melbourne
Apr 30
MEL15:10Melbourne
31h 10m
2 stops
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 408
RwandAir
Mar 4
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m
2 stops
MEL5:45Melbourne
Mar 10
MEL16:10Melbourne
31h 10m
2 stops
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 424
RwandAir
May 11
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m
2 stops
MEL4:55Melbourne
May 19
MEL15:10Melbourne
31h 10m
2 stops
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 584

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Melbourne

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on South Africa to Melbourne flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 2
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
42h 40m
2 stops
MEL20:55Melbourne
Mar 16
MEL18:20Melbourne
50h 30m
2 stops
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
R15 988
Turkish Airlines
May 14
JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
62h 00m
2 stops
MEL15:50Melbourne
May 21
MEL17:20Melbourne
49h 10m
2 stops
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 882
Turkish Airlines
Mar 4
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
55h 10m
2 stops
MEL9:25Melbourne
Mar 8
MEL18:20Melbourne
50h 30m
2 stops
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
R17 296

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Melbourne 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 10 February 2026.
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

12:45-5:45

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

R13 866

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

13:45-17:50

1 stop43h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R13 930

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-5:45

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R13 978

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:45-23:20

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

15:45-15:50

1 stop32h 05m

R14 249

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:00-7:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

8:40-7:25

1 stop31h 45m

R15 206

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

17:15-20:55

2 stops42h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R15 988

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

15:55-23:30

2 stops22h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

19:55-9:25

2 stops22h 30m

R17 280

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

17:15-9:25

2 stops55h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

18:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R17 296

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 18/5

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R18 286

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 18/5

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R18 349

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

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 Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 313, 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 February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R14 536.

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

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 241 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 414 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

16h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Melbourne takes 16h 50m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Melbourne.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Melbourne?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Melbourne.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Melbourne

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Rating
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Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R9 448Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 392 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R12 437Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 160 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R12 525Free CancellationRating
7,5
988 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R12 526Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 452 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 109Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 213 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R13 201Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 730 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom R15 673Free CancellationRating
7,3
52 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R17 300Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 514 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom R17 569Free CancellationRating
7,7
40 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Melbourne?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Melbourne from South Africa.

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

Flights from South Africa to Melbourne 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.

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

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