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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg from $1,128

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
15 Dec — 22 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg are usually found in February or March, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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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 713,645 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2024.

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

13:45-09:50

1 stop36h 05m

$1,751

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

14:20-13:10

2 stops31h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

08:50-18:25

1 stop24h 35m

$1,790

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 5/3

06:00-14:45

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

18:40-20:15

1 stop16h 35m

$1,802

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 4/2

18:50-04:40

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/2

20:35-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

$1,821

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 3/4

06:15-20:50

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

13:25-21:50

1 stop24h 25m

$1,932

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 22/3

17:10-09:45

1 stop25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/4

09:05-23:30

3 stops30h 25m

$2,053

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

10:00-07:40

2 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

$2,059

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

18:15-08:35

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

09:55-23:05

2 stops28h 10m

$2,072

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 20/1

06:00-14:45

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

17:15-23:35

1 stop21h 20m

$2,095

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 11/3

20:55-14:45

1 stop26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

18:40-22:50

1 stop19h 10m

$2,121

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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 10 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,751

One-way from

$1,128

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,992
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  • 7/4-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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  • 29h 10m total
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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 December 2024.

Thu 26/1203:25MEL - JNB
2 stops40h 00mEmirates
Wed 1/113:25JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 55mEmirates
Deal found 9/12$2,773
Fri 27/1219:00MEL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 1/117:15JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12$3,044
Thu 19/1214:55AVV - JNB
1 stop32h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 28/1217:15JNB - AVV
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/12$3,296
Fri 20/1219:00MEL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/117:15JNB - MEL
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$3,631
Fri 27/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/117:15JNB - AVV
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$3,708
Fri 27/1223:30MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 50mRwandAir
Tue 31/1203:10JNB - MEL
2 stops54h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 9/12$3,779
Thu 19/1209:15MEL - JNB
3 stops45h 45mKLM
Sat 28/1223:55JNB - MEL
2 stops46h 50mKLM
Deal found 10/12$4,708
Wed 25/1200:45MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/111:05JNB - MEL
2 stops40h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$8,194

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 6 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg is 64 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg (average of $1,115). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,587). 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 10 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qantas Airways and RwandAir from Melbourne to Johannesburg. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
847 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,801 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
803 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Johannesburg is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,751 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and South African, starting at $1,802 and $1,821 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is 16% 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 $1,166 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $1,207 and Emirates from $1,521 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 Sydney. Singapore 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 Sydney?

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and Theatre Royal. Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and Theatre Royal are located about 9.9 km, 8.1 km, and 8.4 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Sydney can hire a car from Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $58 per day.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $139 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 Doha. Dubai follows Doha 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg (average of $1,115). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,587). 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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