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R7 740+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MEL
Sep 6 — Sep 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Melbourne in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Melbourne Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Melbourne Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 7 August 2026.

Wed 9/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Mon 14/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 4/8R14 370
Wed 9/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Wed 16/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 2/8R14 517
Tue 10/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Tue 24/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 3/8R14 582
Mon 10/820:55 -
1 stop41h 10m
Mon 17/816:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 6/8R14 745
Fri 4/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Fri 11/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 5/8R14 778
Fri 4/914:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Sat 12/916:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 5/8R14 860
Sun 9/814:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Tue 18/816:10 -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 4/8R15 366

Find flight deals to Melbourne Airport

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 7 August 2026.

Return from

R14 370

One-way from

R7 740

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 689
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 239 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R274 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Price

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

13:45-5:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 2/2

17:10-8:40

1 stop24h 30m

R19 432

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 644

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

8:30-9:10

2 stops32h 40m

R22 910

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 13/1

18:50-15:35

2 stops29h 45m

R23 465

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 6/1

19:00-15:35

2 stops29h 35m

R23 465

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

18:50-20:40

2 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

18:20-11:00

2 stops49h 40m

R24 657

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

7:30-22:05

2 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

16:10-15:15

3 stops31h 05m

R25 066

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

9:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

7:00-9:10

2 stops34h 10m

R26 225

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

0:20-5:40

3 stops44h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 14/2

0:30-11:00

2 stops43h 30m

R29 719
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

20:55-22:05

1 stop41h 10m

R9 128

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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 061
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R14 146
South African
South African
From R16 095
Emirates
Emirates
From R18 512

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

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 7 August 2026.
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
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
1 439 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 439 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
1 079 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
3 740 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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
1 498 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

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 R4 563, while return flights cost around R3 407.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around R3 492, however they can be found for as little as R3 407.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Durban King Shaka Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (20 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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