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R1 970+ Cheap flights from Melbourne

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — JNB
Apr 13 — Apr 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Melbourne

Discover essential information about flights departing from Melbourne, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Melbourne airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 14 March 2026.

Cheapest airline

Jetstar
On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne (avg. price of R2 120).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 March 2026.

Sat 25/75:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 8/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/3R14 162
Fri 24/718:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 7/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/3R14 263
Mon 27/718:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 10/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3R14 432
Fri 31/75:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/3R15 055
Mon 10/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3R15 089
Tue 21/75:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 4/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3R15 223
Wed 29/75:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 12/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/3R16 251
Mon 3/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 7/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3R16 352
Mon 18/518:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 8/619:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3R16 436
Sun 2/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/3R16 739
Fri 31/715:30
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 12/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 10/3R17 059
Tue 18/85:55
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 25/810:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3R20 157

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Find flights departing from Melbourne that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 14 March 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

5:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

13:45-20:35

1 stop22h 50m

R20 831

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

20:20-5:30

2 stops41h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

11:10-22:15

1 stop27h 05m

R21 673

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

15:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

16:50-4:55

2 stops28h 05m

R22 262

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

15:45-16:10

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

14:45-22:05

1 stop23h 20m

R22 970
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 22/4

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

R23 206

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

22:45-2:20

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

11:10-13:20

2 stops42h 10m

R23 206

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

5:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

R23 307

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Thu 23/7

17:20-14:35

2 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

13:50-15:50

2 stops42h 00m

R24 671

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

17:20-13:00

2 stops51h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:50-15:50

2 stops42h 00m

R24 839

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 6/6

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

R24 940

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne (average of R11 266). Flying from Melbourne in December will prove the most costly (average of R16 318). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne?

When flying from Melbourne check dates and pricing for the following: Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, South African. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 402
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R20 855
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R1 424
Emirates
Emirates
From R21 789

Airline reviews for flights from Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Melbourne. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andSouth African. 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
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 475 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne?

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