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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne from $734

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
14 Jul — 21 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 June 2026.

Tue 17/1113:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 28/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,338
Sat 28/1120:20
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/6$1,358
Fri 10/720:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/722:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,365
Fri 10/720:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,368
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,456
Sat 8/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/6$1,493
Wed 25/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,538
Thu 26/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,553
Wed 15/718:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 22/706:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$2,337
Sat 8/818:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Fri 21/820:55
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/6$2,361
Sat 27/618:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Sat 4/706:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/6$2,474
Thu 25/618:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Sat 25/706:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/6$2,505

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 14 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,338

One-way from

$734

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,557
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/11-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($153 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne 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 14 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

16:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

$1,682

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

13:30-21:50

1 stop24h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

05:15-20:35

1 stop23h 20m

$1,880

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 11/1

08:40-15:35

2 stops39h 55m

$1,887

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

10:05-05:30

1 stop35h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

15:55-16:15

2 stops32h 20m

$2,080

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

17:10-11:00

2 stops26h 50m

$2,264

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 8/1

17:10-11:00

2 stops26h 50m

$2,266

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

11:10-10:00

2 stops38h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

19:05-07:45

2 stops44h 40m

$2,293

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 22/7

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$2,355

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 4/7

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$2,474

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

08:05-22:05

2 stops30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

16:10-15:15

3 stops31h 05m

$2,504

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of $675). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,282). 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 40 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.

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 14 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,046 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Melbourne. 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne in 20h 05m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Emirates, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg and Melbourne is about 10263 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $992. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,103 and $1,134, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Qantas Airways ($523), Cathay Pacific ($574), and Qatar Airways ($586).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 to Melbourne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of $675). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,282). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,103Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,134Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,267Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,296Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,395Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,418Average$2,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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