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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa from $870

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Singapore Airlines Logo
16:40 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
34h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 08:15
JNB
-
MEL
33h 35m1 stop
$1,435Singapore Airlines
Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
23:35 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
27h 00m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 20:35
JNB
-
MEL
22h 50m1 stop
$1,449Singapore Airlines
Thu, 30 Apr - Thu, 14 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 08:20
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 05:45
JNB
-
MEL
24h 15m1 stop
$1,472Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 08:20
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 23:20
JNB
-
MEL
24h 35m1 stop
$1,490Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:40 - 13:00
MEL
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CPT
29h 20m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 11:00
CPT
-
MEL
35h 35m2 stops
$1,792Ethiopian Air
Fri, 1 May - Sat, 16 May
South African Logo
20:45 - 08:40
MEL
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DUR
20h 55m2 stops
South African Logo
11:00 - 19:55
DUR
-
MEL
24h 55m2 stops
$1,941South African
Mon, 2 Feb - Sat, 2 May
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 10:25
MEL
-
DUR
45h 30m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 22:10
DUR
-
MEL
45h 10m2 stops
$2,098Qatar Airways
Sun, 10 May - Wed, 13 May
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 10:25
MEL
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DUR
45h 30m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 22:10
DUR
-
MEL
45h 10m2 stops
$2,101Qatar Airways
Sun, 10 May - Wed, 13 May
Emirates Logo
05:15 - 19:20
MEL
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PZB
46h 05m2 stops
Emirates Logo
07:05 - 16:40
PZB
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MEL
25h 35m2 stops
$2,430Emirates
Mon, 11 May - Wed, 13 May
Emirates Logo
05:15 - 08:05
MEL
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PZB
34h 50m2 stops
Emirates Logo
07:05 - 05:30
PZB
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MEL
38h 25m2 stops
$2,435Emirates
Mon, 11 May - Wed, 13 May

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

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Cathay Pacific
24 Dec
MEL10:00Melbourne
54h 25m
2 stops
JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
14 Jan
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m
1 stop
MEL23:00Melbourne
$2,662
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Cathay Pacific
24 Dec
MEL15:35Melbourne
24h 50m
1 stop
JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
14 Jan
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m
1 stop
MEL23:00Melbourne
$2,823
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Cathay Pacific
24 Dec
MEL10:00Melbourne
54h 25m
2 stops
JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
14 Jan
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 35m
2 stops
MEL08:35Melbourne
$2,857
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Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight tickets
Qatar Airways
10 Feb
MEL15:40Melbourne
33h 20m
2 stops
JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
19 Feb
JNB20:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 15m
1 stop
MEL05:45Melbourne
$1,720
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Qatar Airways
4 Feb
MEL23:40Melbourne
24h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
11 Feb
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,723
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Qatar Airways
2 Feb
MEL16:10Melbourne
25h 30m
1 stop
JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
14 Feb
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,842
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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 78,305 searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

13:40-08:15

1 stop33h 35m

$1,435

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

13:45-20:35

1 stop22h 50m

$1,449

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

20:30-05:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,472

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

$1,490

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

15:40-13:00

2 stops29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

15:25-11:00

2 stops35h 35m

$1,792

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

20:45-08:40

2 stops20h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/5

11:00-19:55

2 stops24h 55m

$1,941

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

20:55-10:25

2 stops45h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 13/5

17:00-22:10

2 stops45h 10m

$2,098

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

20:55-10:25

2 stops45h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 13/5

17:00-22:10

2 stops45h 10m

$2,101

MelbournePietermaritzburg

MEL - PZB

MELPZB

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

05:15-19:20

2 stops46h 05m

Pietermaritzburg

Wed 13/5

07:05-16:40

2 stops25h 35m

$2,430

MelbournePietermaritzburg

MEL - PZB

MELPZB

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

05:15-08:05

2 stops34h 50m

Pietermaritzburg

Wed 13/5

07:05-05:30

2 stops38h 25m

$2,435

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,493, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in October, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,505.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,924. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Thursday 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 $2,049.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to South Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,856. Flying to South Africa in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to South Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,021 per ticket.

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 $1,726 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 $1,506 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time

18h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to South Africa takes 18h 00m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to South Africa.
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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.

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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 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 South Africa.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. It is always advisable to seek 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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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $806Free cancellationRating
7.6
428 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,097Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,413 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,270Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,332 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,364Free cancellationRating
7.5
946 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,422Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,683 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,498Free cancellationRating
7.2
911 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,513Free cancellationRating
7.4
49 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,549Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,095 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,618Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,440 reviews
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Melbourne with this policy.

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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