R10 728 Cheap flights to Melbourne
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?
The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from South Africa is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R18 447, 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 March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R19 129.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R20 970. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from South Africa to Melbourne on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R24 139. 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 Melbourne?
Flying to Melbourne from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R19 371 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Melbourne, so prices are often more expensive at around R25 110 per ticket.
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 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around R21 883 when searching 22 weeks out.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 R19 015 on momondo.
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| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | March | 16% cheaper | Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne costs on average just R18 447 in March |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | December | 22% more expensive | It costs about R26 753 for flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | December | 322% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month |
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Summary info about Melbourne flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | R10 728 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | R15 571 |
Fastest flight time | 20h 05m |
Popular in | July |
Frequently asked questions about flying to Melbourne
How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?
In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is about 34 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R21 883.
Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?
Those flying to Melbourne could potentially find better pricing at Melbourne Avalon Airport (50 km from Melbourne city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Melbourne?
Melbourne Avalon Airport has an average price of R685 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Melbourne. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.
When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?
Prices for flights to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to Melbourne?
As of April 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly to Melbourne?
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 to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne 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 Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Melbourne?
momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Melbourne. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.
Can I find flights to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Melbourne with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights to Melbourne?
Once all potential Melbourne flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Melbourne and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.