How long is the flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 27h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 45m. The distance between Melbourne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 10263 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops. Find deals

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

Currently priced at $1,066, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,256 and $1,296, respectively. Singapore Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Consider Cathay Pacific, Emirates or Ethiopian Air when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Singapore is followed by Sydney in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Dubai least often. Abu Dhabi sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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 Sim Lim Square. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $127 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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 Rocks Markets, and Pyrmont Bridge. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Pyrmont Bridge can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.0 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those landing in Sydney looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $59 per day.

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$826+ Flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Round-trip from	$1,181
One-way from	$826
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,698

Singapore Airlines
9/2-24/2
2 total stops
64h 20m total
Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Etihad Airways
12/11
1 total stop
23h 00m total
Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($310 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Sun 2/1110:35MEL - JNB

1 stop41h 00mSingapore Airlines

Mon 10/1119:55JNB - MEL

1 stop24h 50mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 18/9$1,376

Thu 13/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,384

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,431

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,475

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 17/9$1,517

Tue 28/1007:00MEL - JNB

1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines

Wed 5/1119:50JNB - MEL

1 stop31h 20mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 16/9$1,530

Fri 31/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,550

Fri 17/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 31/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,554

Mon 27/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,953

Thu 13/1106:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Fri 28/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop29h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,998

Tue 28/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Tue 4/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,072

Tue 14/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Tue 21/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop16h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,121

Best flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,683

Sat 1/1123:40MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 8/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$1,766

Tue 10/216:10MEL - JNB

1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways

Tue 24/216:10JNB - MEL

3 stops28h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,833

Mon 27/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,953

Thu 13/1100:35MEL - JNB

1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines

Sun 30/1113:40JNB - MEL

1 stop31h 05mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 17/9$1,998

Wed 11/216:55MEL - JNB

2 stops32h 40mEmirates

Wed 4/313:25JNB - MEL

2 stops31h 50mEmirates

Deal found 16/9$2,058

Sat 18/1023:45MEL - JNB

3 stops50h 05mRwandAir

Fri 31/1003:10JNB - MEL

2 stops35h 35mRwandAir

Deal found 16/9$2,103

Thu 13/1100:45MEL - JNB

1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific

Fri 28/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 16/9$2,106

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 17/9$1,686

Mon 2/223:40MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways

Sat 14/216:10JNB - MEL

3 stops28h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,880

Thu 13/1106:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Fri 28/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop29h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,998

Fri 31/1000:45MEL - JNB

1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific

Sat 8/1111:05JNB - MEL

2 stops44h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 17/9$2,122

Fri 14/1106:00MEL - JNB

2 stops35h 40mQatar Airways

Fri 28/1109:25JNB - MEL

2 stops27h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,016

Thu 13/1120:55AVV - JNB

2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 28/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9$2,334

Fri 17/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop28h 20mQantas Airways

Fri 31/1017:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 15/9$2,146

Sun 19/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Sun 2/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 17/9$2,158

Thu 9/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Sat 25/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop27h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,166

Sat 18/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Sat 1/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,250

Thu 20/1106:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Sun 14/1217:30JNB - AVV

1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 18/9$2,260

Fri 14/1106:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Sun 30/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,295

Sun 2/1105:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Thu 6/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 15/9$2,373

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Data last updated 18 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,431

Thu 9/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1011:20JNB - MEL

2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9$1,587

Tue 14/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1011:20JNB - MEL

1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9$1,568

Tue 14/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Tue 21/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop16h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,121

Fri 17/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 31/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,554

Sat 18/1018:00MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9$1,569

Sun 19/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$1,556

Mon 27/1023:40MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 9/1113:45JNB - MEL

2 stops31h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,571

Mon 27/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,953

Tue 28/1007:00MEL - JNB

1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines

Wed 5/1119:50JNB - MEL

1 stop31h 20mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 16/9$1,530

Tue 28/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Tue 4/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$2,072

Fri 31/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,550

One-way flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

Wed 12/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 17/9$826

Wed 12/1113:20MEL - JNB

3 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$922

Sat 15/1117:10MEL - JNB

2 stops30h 10mRwandAir

Deal found 17/9$947

Sat 15/1117:55MEL - JNB

3 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$952

Sat 15/1117:10MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9$989

Wed 24/915:15MEL - JNB

1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,027

Thu 25/915:15MEL - JNB

2 stops31h 05mRwandAir

Deal found 16/9$1,049

Sat 22/1117:10MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9$1,054

Tue 23/915:15MEL - JNB

2 stops31h 05mRwandAir

Deal found 16/9$1,061

Sat 22/1117:10MEL - JNB

2 stops30h 10mRwandAir

Deal found 17/9$1,081

Thu 26/206:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 17/9$1,241

Sat 22/1120:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/9$1,358

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,683

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,686

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

23:40-15:25

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

11:05-23:00

1 stop26h 55m

$1,766

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:10-16:00

1 stop32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

16:10-05:45

3 stops28h 35m

$1,833

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

16:10-05:45

3 stops28h 35m

$1,880

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 27/10

20:55-15:00

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$1,953

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

13:40-05:45

1 stop31h 05m

$1,998

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 13/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

17:30-07:35

1 stop29h 05m

$1,998

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

06:00-08:40

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

09:25-21:40

2 stops27h 15m

$2,016

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

16:55-16:35

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

13:25-06:15

2 stops31h 50m

$2,058

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.

Estimated return price

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 83 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 Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,088). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,698). 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?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. 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

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,367 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

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

South African

7.6

Good

45 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

907 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,251 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

Check prices

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

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 27h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 45m. The distance between Melbourne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $1,066, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,256 and $1,296, respectively. Singapore Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Singapore is followed by Sydney in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
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 Sim Lim Square. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $127 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.
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 Rocks Markets, and Pyrmont Bridge. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Pyrmont Bridge can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.0 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those landing in Sydney looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $59 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?
Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Dubai least often. Abu Dhabi sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,088). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,698). 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 OR Tambo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$1,066	Average$1,366	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$1,256	Average$1,616	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,296	Average$1,836	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,411	Average$1,980	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,433	Average$1,648	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,452	Average$1,891	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$1,492	Average$1,904	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
South African	Cheapest$1,541	Average$1,866	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,630	Average$1,966	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $826

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to OR TamboExplore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

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