Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $860
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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
10 Jan — 17 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in October or August, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
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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 11 December 2025.
Wed 24/1217:10MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 31/1209:25JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/12$2,528
Sun 28/1206:15MEL - JNB
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/109:50JNB - MEL
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$2,757
Wed 24/1218:20MEL - JNB
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1208:20JNB - MEL
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$2,876
Tue 30/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$2,975
Thu 25/1208:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/12$3,014
Thu 25/1209:20MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$3,058
Tue 30/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Wed 31/1203:10JNB - MEL
2 stops53h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 7/12$3,107
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 11 December 2025.
Sat 21/218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,480
Sun 26/423:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/513:45JNB - MEL
1 stop37h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,638
Mon 2/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 14/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12$1,859
Fri 23/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/120:30JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,718
Mon 11/523:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 13/519:50JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,875
Sat 24/116:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,805
Mon 13/418:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 27/419:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,875
Sun 26/415:45MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,812
Fri 24/400:30MEL - JNB
3 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,868
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Data last updated 11 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 23/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/120:30JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,718
Fri 23/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,739
Sat 24/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,624
Fri 30/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 18/209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,578
Fri 30/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 13/209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,608
Fri 30/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,751
Fri 30/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,755
Fri 30/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,785
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 11 December 2025.
Mon 26/122:35MEL - JNB
3 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$860
Fri 20/207:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/12$877
Wed 4/207:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/12$887
Fri 20/218:20MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12$928
Wed 4/218:20MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12$929
Fri 30/118:20MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12$934
Mon 26/118:20MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/12$937
Sat 21/218:20MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12$941
Tue 2/617:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/12$943
Mon 26/107:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/12$963
Mon 1/600:30MEL - JNB
3 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,051
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 11 December 2025.
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 11 December 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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Melbourne
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sat 21/2
18:20-08:20
1 stop23h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 28/2
13:45-05:45
1 stop31h 00m
$1,480
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sun 26/4
23:35-18:35
1 stop27h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/5
13:45-11:00
1 stop37h 15m
$1,638
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Fri 23/1
18:20-08:20
1 stop23h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 30/1
20:30-05:45
1 stop24h 15m
$1,718
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sat 24/1
16:10-14:20
2 stops31h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 31/1
13:45-05:45
1 stop31h 00m
$1,805
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sun 26/4
15:45-08:50
1 stop25h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/5
11:20-05:55
1 stop34h 35m
$1,812
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
16:10-08:40
1 stop25h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
13:45-23:20
1 stop24h 35m
$1,859
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Fri 24/4
00:30-08:50
3 stops40h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/5
11:20-22:15
1 stop26h 55m
$1,868
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 11/5
23:35-18:35
1 stop27h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 13/5
19:50-07:25
1 stop27h 35m
$1,875
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 13/4
18:25-18:35
1 stop32h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 27/4
19:50-04:20
1 stop24h 30m
$1,875
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 26/1
22:35-08:20
3 stops42h 45m
$860
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo
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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 5 December 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 57 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $981). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,518). 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 11 December 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 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,700.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 58m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 29m.
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 11 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways
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.
Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Related info for your journey
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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 27h. Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10313 km.
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 $806. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $881, and Etihad Airways, from $1,000. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 53% 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?
$719 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 Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $790 and $815, 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.
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. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Sim Lim Square can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $130 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 Rocks Markets, and The Metro Theatre. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and The Metro Theatre can be visited by travelling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 7.6 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers in need of a car in Sydney can hire one for about $55 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 Abu Dhabi 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $981). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,518). 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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