What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Melbourne . Flying to Melbourne in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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, Singapore Airlines 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 R1 070, while return flights cost around R6 294.

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around R406, however they can be found for as little as R367.

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 20 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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Last-minute flights to Melbourne Airport
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One-way flights to Melbourne Airport
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Flights to Melbourne in 2025

Return from	R14 553
One-way from	R9 130
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R18 603

Cathay Pacific
14/3-31/8
2 total stops
67h 25m total
Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Etihad Airways
6/12
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22h 10m total
Johannesburg to Melbourne

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

11:00-12:30

1 stop40h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

6:30-7:25

2 stops33h 55m

R15 908

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

16:50-5:45

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 27/12

16:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R19 684

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

11:00-7:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

0:45-7:25

1 stop39h 40m

R20 765

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/12

3:10-5:45

2 stops41h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 27/12

16:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R20 920

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

11:20-23:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 28/12

0:45-7:25

1 stop39h 40m

R21 314

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

19:10-5:40

3 stops49h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

16:55-10:50

2 stops50h 55m

R21 623

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R9 130

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R9 181

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

9:50-23:35

3 stops52h 45m

R9 593

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

11:20-21:15

3 stops48h 55m

R10 451

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Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne Airport

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

Booking 59 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.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne takes 24 hours 20 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Saturday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

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

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways to Australia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

1 020 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Qantas Airways

7,5

Good

917 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

South African

7,5

Good

46 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 644 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 377 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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, Singapore Airlines 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 R1 070, while return flights cost around R6 294.
How much is a return flight to Melbourne?
A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around R406, however they can be found for as little as R367.
Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 20 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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When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2025.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

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What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

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Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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Temperature in Melbourne by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways to Australia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

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

What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

Does Melbourne have car hire?

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