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R10 004+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

— MEL
Sep 18 — Sep 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Melbourne in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Melbourne Airport

Sun 8/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sun 22/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 18/8R14 389
Thu 3/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Thu 10/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 17/8R14 405
Fri 28/820:55 -
1 stop41h 10m
Fri 4/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 17/8R14 503
Sun 6/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Tue 22/922:45 -
1 stop37h 15m
Deal found 14/8R14 617
Tue 3/1120:20 -
1 stop42h 00m
Fri 27/1117:10 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 17/8R14 682
Sat 5/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Sun 27/916:10 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 14/8R14 779
Sat 31/1013:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sat 7/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 19/8R14 828
Thu 10/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Sat 26/922:45 -
1 stop42h 15m
Deal found 15/8R14 941
Mon 28/1213:45 -
1 stop31h 00m
Mon 18/116:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 15/8R15 347
Sun 27/1213:45 -
1 stop31h 00m
Sun 17/117:10 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 14/8R15 364
Fri 28/814:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Fri 11/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 16/8R15 510
Sun 29/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sun 20/1216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 17/8R15 688

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R14 389

One-way from

R10 004

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February

Average price

R16 403
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
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  • 4/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 296 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R281 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 7/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

R14 828

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

6:55-23:20

3 stops55h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 7/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

R17 442

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 11/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

R19 018

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

18:50-20:40

2 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 15/2

18:20-11:00

2 stops49h 40m

R19 489

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/2

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 15/2

19:55-15:35

2 stops28h 40m

R22 786

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

22:20-6:25

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 2/2

16:55-16:35

2 stops32h 40m

R22 932

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/1

18:50-6:25

1 stop26h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 30/1

12:05-10:25

2 stops31h 20m

R22 932

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

18:50-20:40

2 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 6/11

22:35-11:00

2 stops45h 25m

R22 948
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

10:25-18:15

1 stop22h 50m

R11 888

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

6:55-5:45

3 stops37h 50m

R15 981

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Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne Airport

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne takes 24 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R14 010
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R14 032
Emirates
Emirates
From R18 099
South African
South African
From R16 015

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,South African, andQantas Airways to Australia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 083 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 504 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

    Melbourne is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne. One-way flights to Melbourne typically cost R5 113, while return flights cost around R3 389.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Melbourne have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

    Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0,0 km away from Melbourne).

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