Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg from $859
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg are usually found in October or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.
Thu 4/1208:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$1,933
Fri 5/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$1,980
Wed 3/1200:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$2,312
Thu 4/1200:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$2,376
Fri 5/1207:45MEL - JNB
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1209:25JNB - MEL
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,415
Wed 3/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/12$2,492
Wed 3/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/111:00JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$2,550
Thu 4/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$4,071
Sun 7/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$4,079
Fri 5/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$4,154
Tue 16/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 1/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$4,390
Fri 19/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 16/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$4,398
Best flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Mon 2/219:25MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sat 14/219:55JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,720
Mon 2/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 14/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/12$1,730
Mon 1/620:55MEL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/611:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,732
Wed 11/220:55AVV - JNB
1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 18/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$2,028
Sat 2/517:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/511:20JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,839
Mon 11/505:55MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 40mSingapore Airlines
Wed 13/519:50JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,865
Mon 9/216:40MEL - JNB
1 stop34h 55mSingapore Airlines
Fri 6/319:55JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,866
Sun 25/109:15MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,875
Mon 9/206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 2/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$2,131
Fri 13/207:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 4/319:55JNB - MEL
1 stop37h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,866
Thu 12/206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 2/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$2,131
Fri 13/200:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 7/319:55JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,919
Wed 11/220:55AVV - JNB
1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 2/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$2,132
Sat 14/206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 2/317:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$2,181
Sat 24/120:55AVV - JNB
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$2,423
Sun 25/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 9/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,337
Sun 25/106:00AVV - JNB
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,575
Sat 24/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 30/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$2,494
Sun 11/120:55AVV - JNB
1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 24/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,836
Sun 7/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$4,079
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 4/1208:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$1,933
Fri 5/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$1,980
Sun 18/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,004
Mon 19/121:40MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/120:30JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$2,005
Mon 19/123:40MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 26/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,034
Wed 21/116:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 25/120:30JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,013
Sat 24/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,729
Sat 24/122:30MEL - JNB
2 stops42h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 30/109:50JNB - MEL
2 stops43h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/12$1,906
Sun 25/119:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/213:40JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,537
Sun 25/117:55MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 9/220:30JNB - MEL
1 stop41h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,747
Sun 25/109:15MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,875
Sun 25/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 9/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,337
One-way flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Mon 2/222:35MEL - JNB
3 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$859
Thu 22/106:15MEL - JNB
3 stops59h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$862
Wed 4/218:20MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/12$877
Sat 7/218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/12$886
Wed 4/207:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/12$888
Wed 4/213:10MEL - JNB
3 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$894
Sat 7/222:35MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$903
Sun 1/213:10MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$918
Tue 3/210:20AVV - JNB
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$938
Thu 5/213:10MEL - JNB
3 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$947
Fri 6/208:10AVV - JNB
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$959
Sun 22/213:10MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$960
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg 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, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
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MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
19:25-06:10
1 stop19h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
19:55-08:15
1 stop27h 20m
$1,720
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
16:10-15:35
1 stop32h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
13:45-23:20
1 stop24h 35m
$1,730
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 1/6
20:55-17:15
1 stop28h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 15/6
11:20-22:15
1 stop26h 55m
$1,732
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sat 2/5
17:10-08:20
1 stop23h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 31/5
11:20-07:35
2 stops36h 15m
$1,839
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 11/5
05:55-18:35
1 stop20h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 13/5
19:50-11:00
1 stop31h 10m
$1,865
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 9/2
16:40-18:35
1 stop34h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/3
19:55-12:10
1 stop31h 15m
$1,866
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Fri 13/2
07:00-18:35
1 stop20h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 4/3
19:55-18:10
1 stop37h 15m
$1,866
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sun 25/1
09:15-08:40
2 stops32h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/2
16:50-05:45
2 stops27h 55m
$1,875
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Fri 13/2
00:35-18:35
1 stop27h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 7/3
19:55-08:15
1 stop27h 20m
$1,919
MelbourneJohannesburg
AVV - JNB
AVVJNB
Melbourne Avalon
Wed 11/2
20:55-15:00
1 stop27h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 18/3
17:30-23:15
1 stop20h 45m
$2,028
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg (average of $877). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,543). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
For as low as $1,720, Singapore Airlines can have you in Johannesburg from Melbourne in 19h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Johannesburg is Virgin Australia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $810 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways, starting at $886 and $1,007 round-trip. Virgin Australia is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $723 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $794 and Qatar Airways from $820 one-way.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
Most of the time, Melbourne to Johannesburg flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Sydney sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $130 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Sydney?
If you're on a stopover in Sydney and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, or The Metro Theatre. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets and The Metro Theatre are located about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 7.6 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Sydney can hire one for about $55 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Johannesburg flights?
Of the flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Dubai. Abu Dhabi follows Dubai in terms of the least common stopover location on Melbourne to Johannesburg flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg (average of $877). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,543). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Top 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.
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Certainly. Search results for flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.
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