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R10 387+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

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— MEL
Jul 24 — Jul 311
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 24 June 2026.

Thu 27/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/922:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R16 223
Tue 28/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R16 289
Sun 23/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 31/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R16 338
Wed 2/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 29/923:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/6R16 685
Mon 17/820:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 22/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R16 751
Fri 10/720:55
JNB
-
MEL
2 stops42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R17 113
Fri 10/720:55
JNB
-
MEL
2 stops42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R17 146
Sat 8/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R17 196
Sat 8/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 15/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R17 443
Wed 2/98:05
JNB
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/922:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R17 509

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 24 June 2026.

Return from

R16 223

One-way from

R10 387

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 432
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/8-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 85h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R286 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

12:45-23:20

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

17:10-11:00

2 stops26h 50m

R20 262

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

14:05-16:50

1 stop42h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

16:10-9:10

1 stop25h 00m

R20 477
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

18:45-19:10

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 29/9

21:00-16:25

1 stop27h 25m

R20 988

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

9:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

16:10-9:10

1 stop25h 00m

R21 598

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

11:10-11:15

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 7/7

14:25-7:45

1 stop25h 20m

R22 257

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

11:10-11:15

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

23:45-7:45

1 stop40h 00m

R22 323

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

11:10-23:35

2 stops28h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

19:05-7:45

2 stops44h 40m

R22 801

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

11:10-8:35

2 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 8/7

14:25-7:55

1 stop25h 30m

R23 543

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

11:10-13:20

2 stops42h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 11/7

9:00-7:45

2 stops54h 45m

R26 197

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

11:20-7:10

1 stop34h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 20/1

15:35-7:25

1 stop24h 50m

R27 088

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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 20 hours 45 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 Cathay Pacific.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R14 191
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R13 992
South African
South African
From R15 966
Emirates
Emirates
From R18 175

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 24 June 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
1 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 050 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 462 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Tejbir,Apr 2026

YVR - HKG

Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕

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 607, while return flights cost around R3 440.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around R3 525, however they can be found for as little as R3 440.

  • 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 (20 hours 45 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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