Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport from $700
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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in November or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 December 2025.
Thu 25/1217:30JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 15/106:00MEL - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$5,053
Thu 25/1223:59JNB - MEL
3 stops56h 01mKLM
Thu 15/112:05MEL - JNB
2 stops57h 05mKLM
Deal found 25/12$11,184
Best flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 December 2025.
Thu 26/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 31/309:00MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/12$1,392
Fri 8/516:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Tue 12/515:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/12$1,621
Thu 14/513:45JNB - MEL
2 stops21h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 6/605:55MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/12$1,651
Fri 27/212:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 2/317:10MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/12$1,662
Fri 27/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/406:45MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/12$1,600
Wed 25/216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Tue 3/316:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 26/12$1,650
Tue 24/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 2/317:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/12$1,662
Mon 23/211:00JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/315:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/12$1,657
Mon 23/212:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 1/317:10MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/12$1,684
Wed 25/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 1/317:10MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/12$1,684
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Data last updated 26 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 8/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 23/115:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/12$2,502
Sat 17/119:10JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/200:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12$2,027
Sat 17/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/208:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/12$2,411
Mon 26/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 5/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/12$1,805
Mon 26/122:20JNB - MEL
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Thu 5/212:05MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 26/12$2,183
Mon 26/119:05JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/200:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12$2,265
One-way flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 December 2025.
Sun 1/312:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/12$700
Mon 2/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/12$712
Sat 28/212:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/12$745
Fri 27/209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/12$832
Sun 1/309:50JNB - MEL
3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12$863
Wed 31/1209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/12$884
Fri 27/216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Deal found 26/12$893
Mon 2/312:50JNB - MEL
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12$905
Thu 26/212:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/12$915
Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 26 December 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 26/3
11:00-23:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Tue 31/3
09:00-07:40
2 stops31h 40m
$1,392
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
11:00-12:30
1 stop40h 30m
Melbourne
Thu 30/4
06:45-07:40
2 stops32h 55m
$1,600
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 8/5
16:50-04:55
2 stops28h 05m
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
15:10-14:20
2 stops31h 10m
$1,621
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 25/2
16:50-05:45
2 stops27h 55m
Melbourne
Tue 3/3
16:10-14:20
2 stops31h 10m
$1,650
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 14/5
13:45-19:40
2 stops21h 55m
Melbourne
Sat 6/6
05:55-18:35
1 stop20h 40m
$1,651
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 23/2
11:00-13:10
2 stops41h 10m
Melbourne
Mon 2/3
15:35-07:25
1 stop24h 50m
$1,657
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/2
12:45-23:20
1 stop25h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 2/3
17:10-08:40
1 stop24h 30m
$1,662
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 24/2
13:45-23:20
1 stop24h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 2/3
17:10-15:35
1 stop31h 25m
$1,662
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 23/2
12:45-23:20
1 stop25h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 1/3
17:10-08:40
1 stop24h 30m
$1,684
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 25/2
13:45-23:20
1 stop24h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 1/3
17:10-08:40
1 stop24h 30m
$1,684
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,039). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,396). 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 JNB to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Sydney (SYD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Hong Kong (HKG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,370.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 51m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 39m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 26 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways
from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport will take you 27h. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Singapore Airlines, at $1,045, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific. Singapore Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport are Qantas Airways ($529), Cathay Pacific ($603), and Qatar Airways ($604).
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,039). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,396). 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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