Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg from $877

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
29 ene. — 5 feb.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 30 diciembre 2025.

mar. 30/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 22/111:00JNB - MEL
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12$2,640
mar. 30/1223:55MEL - JNB
1 stop29h 40mEmirates
jue. 22/122:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 55mEmirates
Deal found 29/12$2,654
mar. 30/1218:20MEL - JNB
2 stops27h 45mEthiopian Air
jue. 22/108:20JNB - MEL
2 stops47h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12$2,939
mar. 30/1216:55MEL - JNB
2 stops38h 10mKLM
jue. 22/123:59JNB - MEL
3 stops50h 51mKLM
Deal found 29/12$4,529

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 30 diciembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,459

One-way from

$877

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,142
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/1-25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
28/1
  • 28/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($229 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Johannesburg

Route

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Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

jue. 22/1

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 25/2

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

$1,459

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

mar. 20/1

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 25/2

20:30-05:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,508

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

jue. 19/2

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 28/2

13:45-05:45

1 stop31h 00m

$1,510

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

vie. 13/2

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 20/2

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

$1,614

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

mié. 11/2

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 18/2

20:30-05:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,619

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

mié. 28/1

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/2

13:45-05:45

1 stop31h 00m

$1,623

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

jue. 5/3

16:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 29/3

11:20-06:55

1 stop34h 35m

$1,631

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

mié. 11/2

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 18/2

20:30-05:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,696

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

mié. 21/1

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 25/2

20:30-05:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,701

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

mar. 20/1

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 25/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$1,918

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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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 26 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg is 57 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 $865). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,493). 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.

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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 30 diciembre 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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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 $1,918, Qantas Airways can have you in Johannesburg from Melbourne in 18h. Airlines will cover a distance of 10263 km.

  • 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 $799 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways, starting at $874 and $993 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 $713 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $783 and Qatar Airways from $809 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when 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 Universal Studios Singapore. Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $132 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 Metro Theatre, or The Rocks Markets. Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre and The Rocks Markets are located about 9.9 km, 7.6 km, and 9.6 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 $54 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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 $865). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,493). 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.

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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 30 diciembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$844Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,261Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,425Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,485Average$1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,497Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,536Average$1,900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,542Average$2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,602Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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