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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport

JNB — MEL
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 276
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 733 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 091 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R15 744). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 809). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 103 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 539 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!

Related info for your journey

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport round-trip from R7 937. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R13 774, and Qantas Airways, from R14 109. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    R7 352 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R7 565 and R8 363, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

    Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights. Sydney comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Naif Souq, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Naif Souq, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall can be accessed by travelling approximately 6,3 km, 6,8 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R428 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Perth least often. Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights stopping in Singapore are the next rarest. Hong Kong comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R15 744). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 809). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 937AverageR17 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 774AverageR16 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 109AverageR20 236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 495AverageR16 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 930AverageR17 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 365AverageR18 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 567AverageR22 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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