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

Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 30m. The distance between Melbourne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 10313 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 $1,078, 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 $1,287 and $1,311, 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 $147 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 $60 per day.

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

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 6% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne. Prices for May average $1,811 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,117. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 33% on your journey compared to booking in December

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.

$811+ Flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between $1,365 and $2,096 in February. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $1,187 on Singapore Airlines (22 Feb-4 Mar). Find deals

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	$1,187
One-way from	$811
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,715

Singapore Airlines
22/2-4/3
2 total stops
63h 30m total
Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Etihad Airways
31/10
1 total stop
23h 00m total
Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($345 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($87 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 10 September 2025.

Fri 3/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,367

Wed 22/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,370

Thu 23/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,417

Sun 26/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,440

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,450

Mon 10/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Sat 15/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,496

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,499

Tue 28/1013:10MEL - JNB

2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9$1,540

Mon 27/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways

Sun 9/1109:25JNB - MEL

2 stops30h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,556

Mon 27/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/9$1,935

Fri 10/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Fri 24/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop19h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 8/9$2,029

Thu 9/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Thu 23/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop19h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/9$2,079

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 10 September 2025.

Wed 4/307:00MEL - JNB

1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines

Wed 1/419:50JNB - MEL

1 stop31h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 9/9$1,194

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 28/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,500

Mon 27/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/9$1,935

Mon 2/207:00MEL - JNB

1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines

Sat 14/213:40JNB - MEL

1 stop19h 30mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 7/9$1,561

Fri 14/1118:20MEL - JNB

2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1109:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 7/9$1,602

Mon 2/218:20MEL - JNB

2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways

Sat 14/209:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,606

Sun 26/1000:35MEL - JNB

1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines

Sun 9/1113:40JNB - MEL

1 stop31h 05mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 7/9$1,682

Mon 2/206:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Sat 14/217:30JNB - AVV

1 stop31h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,979

Fri 10/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Fri 24/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop19h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 8/9$2,029

Fri 14/1106:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Sun 30/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/9$2,284

Tue 7/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways

Tue 14/1018:45JNB - AVV

1 stop16h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/9$2,337

Fri 14/1106:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Fri 28/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 8/9$2,338

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Data last updated 10 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 3/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Sat 25/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,367

Wed 8/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/1011:20JNB - MEL

1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/9$1,575

Fri 10/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 24/1011:20JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/9$1,632

Wed 22/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,370

Wed 22/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 29/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/9$1,614

Thu 23/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,417

Thu 23/1016:15MEL - JNB

2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 30/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/9$1,582

Sun 26/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Thu 30/1009:50JNB - MEL

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/9$1,440

Mon 27/1017:10MEL - JNB

1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways

Sun 9/1109:25JNB - MEL

2 stops30h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,556

Mon 27/1000:35MEL - JNB

1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines

Wed 5/1119:50JNB - MEL

1 stop27h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 9/9$1,600

Mon 27/1020:55AVV - JNB

1 stop27h 05mQantas Airways

Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV

1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/9$1,935

Tue 28/1013:10MEL - JNB

2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9$1,540

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 10 September 2025.

Fri 31/1018:20MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 7/9$811

Mon 6/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 7/9$865

Mon 6/1022:45MEL - JNB

3 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/9$868

Mon 2/313:20MEL - JNB

3 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/9$882

Wed 15/1018:10MEL - JNB

1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 6/9$900

Thu 15/119:25MEL - JNB

1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 8/9$915

Thu 30/1013:10MEL - JNB

3 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9$920

Thu 15/113:10MEL - JNB

3 stops56h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/9$923

Mon 2/323:40MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 7/9$932

Mon 6/1006:00AVV - JNB

2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/9$1,043

Thu 30/1006:00AVV - JNB

1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/9$1,314

Sun 14/920:55AVV - JNB

2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9$1,320

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:50-12:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,194

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,500

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

13:40-18:10

1 stop19h 30m

$1,561

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

$1,602

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

18:20-07:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,606

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

13:40-05:45

1 stop31h 05m

$1,682

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

$1,935

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

17:30-09:45

1 stop31h 15m

$1,979

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 10/10

06:00-16:15

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

18:45-22:50

1 stop19h 05m

$2,029

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 14/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$2,284

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo

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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 $1,089). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,714). 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.

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

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

3,333 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

3,333 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,333 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

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,333 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

44 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,333 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

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

905 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,333 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

1,249 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,333 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?
Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 30m. The distance between Melbourne and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 10313 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 $1,078, 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 $1,287 and $1,311, 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 $147 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 $60 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 $1,089). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,714). 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$1,078	Average$1,378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$1,287	Average$1,632	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,311	Average$1,859	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,426	Average$2,002	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,461	Average$1,666	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,468	Average$1,916	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$1,508	Average$1,925	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
South African	Cheapest$1,532	Average$1,902	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,648	Average$1,983	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $811

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 31/10. 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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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 10 September 2025.