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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Africa

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Cairo
Cairo1 stop$1,336
Johannesburg
Johannesburg1 stop$1,723
Nairobi
Nairobi2 stops$2,026
Cape Town
Cape Town1 stop$1,813
Casablanca
Casablanca2 stops$2,232
Harare
Harare2 stops$2,210
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa1 stop$1,760
Accra
Accra2 stops$2,363
Marrakech
Marrakech2 stops$2,023
Entebbe
Entebbe3 stops$2,009
Lagos
Lagos2 stops$2,476
Durban
Durban3 stops$1,852
Bujumbura
Bujumbura2 stops$2,522
Lusaka
Lusaka2 stops$2,251
Cairo
Cairo1 stop$1,336
Johannesburg
Johannesburg1 stop$1,723
Nairobi
Nairobi2 stops$2,026
Cape Town
Cape Town1 stop$1,813
Casablanca
Casablanca2 stops$2,232
Harare
Harare2 stops$2,210
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa1 stop$1,760
Accra
Accra2 stops$2,363
Marrakech
Marrakech2 stops$2,023
Entebbe
Entebbe3 stops$2,009
Lagos
Lagos2 stops$2,476
Durban
Durban3 stops$1,852
Bujumbura
Bujumbura2 stops$2,522
Lusaka
Lusaka2 stops$2,251

Book Cheap Melbourne to Africa Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Africa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Africa

Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 07:30
MEL
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CAI
28h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:00 - 10:00
CAI
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MEL
36h 00m
1 stop
$1,336China Eastern
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 18:00
MEL
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CAI
32h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:40 - 16:00
CAI
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MEL
52h 20m
2 stops
$1,350Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 08:20
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 17:00
JNB
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MEL
22h 10m
1 stop
$1,723Etihad Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 08:20
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 17:00
JNB
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MEL
22h 10m
1 stop
$1,754Etihad Airways
Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 17 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 00:20
MEL
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ADD
32h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
01:50 - 23:05
ADD
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MEL
37h 15m
1 stop
$1,760Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 10:30
MEL
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CPT
26h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:20
CPT
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MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
$1,813Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 15:00
AVV
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JNB
18h 00m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:55 - 07:35
JNB
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AVV
28h 40m
1 stop
$2,417Qantas Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
14:50 - 15:00
AVV
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JNB
33h 10m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:55 - 23:15
JNB
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AVV
20h 20m
1 stop
$2,420Qantas Airways
Sun, 11 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:25 - 19:05
MEL
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LOS
38h 40m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:50 - 20:40
LOS
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MEL
37h 50m
2 stops
$2,612Turkish Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 10 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:30 - 13:00
MEL
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ACC
32h 30m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:10 - 20:40
ACC
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MEL
43h 30m
2 stops
$2,788Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Africa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Africa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Africa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne to Africa is March, when tickets cost $1,807 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of return tickets is $2,696 and $2,252 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Melbourne to Africa, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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FAQs - booking Africa flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Africa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Africa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Africa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Melbourne to Africa is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Africa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Melbourne to Africa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Africa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Melbourne to Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Africa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3636 reviews
8.4Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
Airline reviews

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Nov 2025
SYD - CHC
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It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

The plane was very old and uncomfortable. Service was very slow!

Flight from Dubai to Zagreb very bad cabin crew. Bad food

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Overall the crew were friendlier than similar premium airlines like Cathay or Singapore. Seat was good. Food was excellent.. the starlink wifi was a real plus. The entertainment was just ok.

Very poor No information given to why we turned around.. No one at airport to help

Nice airline. I was in a really weird seat which had extra leg room, but no basket or stowage. And the people next to me were pretty noisy during the flight, so it was hard to rest. I wish staff came around to pick up trash more often as I had no where to put it except my lap or the floor.

Friendly and discreet staff. Could have done with a few more offers of water/snacks overnight. Movie and tv selection notably poor. Seats not especially comfortable

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

The check-in and crew staff were wonderful. The food was reasonable. The online side Qatar was very poor. Seats were very tight and not very comfortable for a 14 hour flight!

I found it weird that the quality of the flight different from Australia to Doha than the Doha to Berlin leg. The quality of the toiletries pack (was in a box from Australia) and then a proper bag from Doha. The biggest variation was the inflight entertainment, which had a significantly shorter amount of content compared to the Doha flight. My QSuite seat was also broken and did not recline all the way flat. Wasn’t the best and I wouldn’t be happy if I’d paid cash for the flight.

My seat that I booked over a year ago and some other passenger was sitting in it. They said they could not walk and they would not move. I was with my young kid and the crew did nothing to accommodate that. Just disappointed that the airline accepts that excuse from a passenger.

Boarding delayed, no communication. I left the lounge, and heard a final call, boarding started after a 30 minutes.

The plane from Dublin to Doha was quite comfortable. I was in economy and the seats and rows were very tight. The man in front of me reclined his seat and it made my screen incredibly close to my face and I wasn’t able to take my tray down and my knees were pressed against the seat. I had to ask three times for him to pull his seat up but in his defence he hadn’t even reclined it far, the rows were just too close. I had a pain in my side by the end of the flight from the chairs which were quite worn and not very padded or supportive. It was a significantly inferior plane to the plane from Doha to Sydney and vice versa.

Seats were very comfortable and the staff too was very friendly.

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

Flight got canceled due to Middle East conflict. Just fly hasn’t refunded me the money

Awful the whole airline arrived to check baggage and board our flight and the airline desk was closed where none of the passengers could check in baggage, asked for a supervisor and was refused a supervisor, called the airlines from the airport and they refused to refund the flights for their actions in the airport, Etihad and Garuda Airlines absolutely horrible customer service all the way around.

Nice crew , clean cabin , food was delayed due to problem with the quantity .

It was worst flight ever of 26h. Poor service and seating. Flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad service and seating was worst ever. No tv extra.

Etihad seems to have a very strict luggage enforcement. I am a very light passenger compared to other passengers which are mainly heavier. I do not understood why airlines enforce the weight restriction so strictly. I was overweight luggage of 1.5kg, but am probably 10+kg lighter than the average passenger. Other airlines are far more accommodating. Poor customer service as far as I am concerned. If weight is such an important issue to an airline they should charge passengers by total amount of body weight plus luggage. To me just ridiculous.

Lovely crew - comfortable journey despite it being an older plane.

1st time with. Etihad Airways and it was amazing from check in to crew. Great flight.

Transit time could be 15 min longer atleast. It was right on the dot to boarding time. Giving minimal time to do shopping

The only personel that smiled at all were the flights attendants. Desk agents, lounge people none of them had a smile or even a hello. They were like dealing with dead fish. Again flight attendants were good. All other personnel looked like they didn’t want to be there or help.

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

Flight was delayed for more than 3 hours, food was mediocre, seat didn’t recline

Great staff and food. Seats pretty uncomfortable but plenty of legroom. Entertainment system outdated.

Flight was fine, however we were not able to check in online, this adds to travel stress. Luckily check-in at Heathrow was quick, but we did not get the seats we paid extra for. We paid for a window and 2 aisle seats from Shanghai to Tokyo leg, but they changed us to middle seats. Not good :(

Again, I was presented with birthday pastries two times as a celebrated my birthday on both legs of my trip. I will keep flying to China using China Eastern airlines. As they made this trip a special one thank you.

Couldn’t fly since they wouldn’t issue a boarding ticket. Something to do with not taking the departing flight since it was cancelled due to weather. No notice or anything about the trip being invalid. The app made it seem like I was all good for it. Never trusting travel agency

I will never fly through China again. Maybe it was the mandatory retinal scan just to transfer to another flight or the complete set of fingerprints they require. There are many better and inexpensive flights to Asia if you look.

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