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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $968

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

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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 17 April 2026.

Sun 23/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,404
Tue 18/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 17/913:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,468
Mon 12/1006:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 25/1113:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,479
Tue 18/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 18/913:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,545
Sun 2/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,556
Sun 23/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 16/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,595
Tue 18/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 12/913:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,620
Sun 26/717:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/809:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,635
Sat 22/817:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/909:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,637
Thu 9/717:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/709:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,642
Tue 18/806:00
AVV
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/909:50
JNB
-
AVV
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,920
Tue 18/810:30
AVV
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/909:50
JNB
-
AVV
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,924

Find flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,404

One-way from

$968

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,704
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 23/8-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 26/7

10:30-08:20

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

09:50-22:50

2 stops29h 00m

$1,998

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

21:15-20:35

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

22:20-08:50

2 stops26h 30m

$2,054

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

21:15-20:35

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-05:30

1 stop32h 00m

$2,080
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 31/8

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

$2,175

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

17:45-04:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

09:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

$2,246

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

17:45-15:20

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

14:40-04:55

3 stops30h 15m

$2,299

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 6/6

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,307

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/6

16:40-16:25

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

$2,316

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

17:45-04:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

15:05-17:15

3 stops42h 10m

$2,341

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

22:45-11:00

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

15:05-17:15

3 stops42h 10m

$2,362

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

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 77 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $707). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,651). 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.

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

How often are flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 320 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 17 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Emirates, Qantas Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 18h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 50m. 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 $747, Virgin Australia will fly you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $817 and $903, respectively. Virgin Australia is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $675 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $701 and Singapore Airlines from $766 one-way.

  • 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, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $119 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 Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal. Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 7.6 km, and 8.4 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 $58 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $707). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,651). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$747Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$817Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$903Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,315Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,388Average$1,771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,468Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,510Average$1,968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,589Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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