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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $893

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,557

One-way from

$893

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,934
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($406 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($117 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 29 April 2025.

Sat 15/1100:35MEL - JNB
1 stop38h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 31/1219:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,547
Sun 4/505:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/509:50JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,557
Sun 16/1112:00MEL - JNB
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1210:00JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,633
Mon 12/506:15MEL - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 5/618:45JNB - MEL
1 stop30h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,710
Sat 29/1117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Mon 8/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 29/4$1,733
Thu 1/505:15MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 35mEmirates
Wed 14/519:10JNB - MEL
1 stop37h 30mEmirates
Deal found 29/4$1,866
Wed 9/714:25MEL - JNB
2 stops49h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 27/711:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4$1,947
Mon 12/518:15MEL - JNB
2 stops29h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 5/620:25JNB - MEL
2 stops39h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/4$2,265

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo 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 29 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

06:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

18:45-17:55

1 stop15h 10m

$1,566

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,585

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

12:30-08:20

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

09:50-15:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,642

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 9/7

14:25-07:40

2 stops49h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

$1,947

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 12/6

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

03:10-23:10

2 stops36h 00m

$1,991

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

12:05-10:15

2 stops30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

19:10-08:50

2 stops29h 40m

$2,044

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

18:15-16:10

2 stops29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

20:25-19:30

2 stops39h 05m

$2,265

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

06:25-21:20

3 stops46h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

23:15-05:30

3 stops46h 15m

$3,146

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

19:45-05:15

1 stop17h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

20:55-22:20

1 stop17h 25m

$7,091

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

13:25-13:05

3 stops31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

14:30-08:10

3 stops33h 40m

$15,202

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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.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

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 24 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 $1,107). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

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

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 29 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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.

  • 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 $1,557. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from $1,585, and Qantas Airways, from $1,710. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 20% 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?

    $941 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 Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $1,035 and $1,140, 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 Sydney. Singapore follows Sydney in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre. Those on a stopover in Sydney interested in visiting Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, or State Theatre can do so by traveling 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can book a car hire at Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $59 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by travelling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $118 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.

  • 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 $1,107). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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

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 29 April 2025.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,169Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,268Average$2,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,459Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,474Average$2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,538Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,582Average$1,961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,634Average$2,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,718Average$2,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,767Average$2,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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