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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg from $941

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
10 May — 17 May1
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 10 April 2026.

Thu 7/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,365
Fri 22/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,398
Mon 10/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,405
Sat 9/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 17/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,426
Sat 6/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/609:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,449
Fri 2/1018:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 23/1019:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,463
Sun 2/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 8/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,477
Sun 2/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,490
Mon 24/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 7/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,491
Sat 22/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 5/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,537

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,365

One-way from

$941

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December

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February

Average price

$1,732
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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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 10 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

22:45-04:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

$1,814

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

$1,892

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

21:15-05:30

1 stop40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

10:05-16:40

1 stop22h 35m

$2,006

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

21:15-05:30

1 stop40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

10:05-21:50

1 stop27h 45m

$2,010
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

21:35-20:35

3 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

14:45-04:55

1 stop30h 10m

$2,054

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

18:45-15:20

2 stops28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

09:25-04:55

3 stops35h 30m

$2,180

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

09:15-10:30

2 stops33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

14:40-17:15

3 stops42h 35m

$2,466

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

22:45-08:55

3 stops42h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

14:40-17:15

3 stops42h 35m

$2,499

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

14:45-04:00

2 stops45h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

09:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

$2,506
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

17:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

$950

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 3 April 2026.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg (average of $934). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,383). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 320 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 10 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 Airport to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg can take about 37h 15m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,814. Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg are separated by 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 Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg round-trip from $759. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $830, and Etihad Airways, from $918. Virgin Australia is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $686. Qatar Airways flights start at $717 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $818 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg?

    Of the flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg that have stopovers, most of them stop in Singapore. Singapore is followed by Sydney in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Singapore travellers tend to visit Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore more than anywhere else. Sentosa, Merlion and Universal Studios Singapore are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $121 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Sydney?

    Most Sydney visitors opt to spend their time at Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal. Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal are located about 9.9 km, 7.6 km, and 8.4 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can book a car hire at Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $57 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg flights?

    Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg flights have a stopover in Dubai least often. Abu Dhabi is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg.

  • 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 Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg (average of $934). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,383). 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 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$759Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$830Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$918Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,337Average$1,864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,411Average$1,800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,488Average$1,783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,539Average$1,998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,615Average$2,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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