Which airlines fly to Africa?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to 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 Africa?

AirAsia X, Sichuan Airlines, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Africa

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa refresh daily.

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

As of January 2025, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa.

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

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 Melbourne Airport to Africa.

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

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

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13:35 - 23:00MEL-NBO

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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Africa flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

12 May

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 10m

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JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

5 June

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

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25 Feb

MEL16:40Melbourne

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4 Mar

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

34h 00m

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MEL05:40Melbourne

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21 May

MEL18:25Melbourne

23h 00m

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CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

30 May

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

33h 40m

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MEL04:20Melbourne

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17 Apr

MEL06:30Melbourne

17h 40m

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JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB18:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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MEL18:50Melbourne

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29 Jan

MEL06:30Melbourne

25h 20m

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5 Mar

CPT06:50Cape Town Intl

27h 00m

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MEL18:50Melbourne

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27 June

MEL06:15Melbourne

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JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

26 July

JNB18:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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MEL22:10Melbourne

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport during November instead. Flights to Africa in November, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $2,186.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Africa is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Africa on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $2,207. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,335.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $2,010. Flying to Africa at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,658 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport when booking 11 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $2,287 when searching 11 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Africa from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,755 on momondo.

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Best price found	$520
Fastest flight time	17h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Africa	7 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $520. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,059.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Africa takes 17h 05m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Melbourne Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, Melbourne Airport - Cairo Airport and Melbourne Airport - Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. Airport.

There are 7 airports near Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU), Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), Cairo (CAI), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa?
As of January 2025, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Africa?
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 Melbourne Airport to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to 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 Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,167	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 13 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,212	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 134 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $1,261	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 48 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,309	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,327 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,312	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 434 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,319	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,924 reviews	Search Air India flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,460	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 36 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,533	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,199 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,540	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 499 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,563	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,931 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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

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Once you have performed a search for Melbourne to Africa flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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