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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $1,053

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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 May 2026.

Wed 15/717:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/812:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,697
Wed 18/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/1209:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,710
Wed 14/1006:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 28/1013:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,714
Sun 1/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/1109:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,716
Tue 19/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,727
Tue 1/1218:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/1209:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,732
Sat 21/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 28/1109:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,764
Mon 2/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1113:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,782

Find flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,697

One-way from

$1,053

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,742
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/8
  • 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 ($292 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,839
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

09:05-20:05

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

22:30-22:25

1 stop15h 55m

$1,877

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

22:45-04:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

$1,949

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/11

16:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

13:45-06:20

2 stops31h 35m

$2,091

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

$2,095

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

$2,095

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

22:45-04:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:50-20:20

2 stops40h 30m

$2,097

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

20:55-02:20

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

16:50-16:50

2 stops40h 00m

$2,196

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

09:00-09:00

2 stops32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

12:40-16:50

1 stop44h 10m

$2,206

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

05:15-10:15

1 stop37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

10:05-16:40

1 stop22h 35m

$2,229

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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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 76 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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,168). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,229). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 12 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 19h. Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $739. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $894, and Singapore Airlines, from $1,020. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $668 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $694 and $758, respectively.

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

    Most of the time, Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Sydney follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. Abu Dhabi ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • 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 Universal Studios Singapore. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Universal Studios Singapore can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $133 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal. Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal can be visited by travelling about 9.9 km, 7.6 km, and 8.4 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers in need of a car in Sydney can hire one for about $50 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Dubai least frequently. Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights stopping in Perth are the next rarest.

  • 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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,168). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,229). 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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Fly from Melbourne to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$739Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,302Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,374Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,420Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,453Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,499Average$1,961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,615Average$1,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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