Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport from R8 885
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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Melbourne are usually found in March or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 November 2025.
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/11R15 298
Fri 14/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop29h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 21/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/11R15 332
Tue 11/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R15 384
Tue 11/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/116:45MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R15 574
Fri 14/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 21/117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R15 626
Thu 20/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop43h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R16 629
Mon 1/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R18 029
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Sat 6/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R18 426
Thu 20/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1216:30MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R18 444
Best flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 November 2025.
Fri 27/311:00JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/47:00MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R16 767
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/11R20 812
Mon 9/322:20JNB - MEL
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/313:10MEL - JNB
3 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R21 607
Sat 17/120:35JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mSouth African
Mon 9/220:45MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 20mSouth African
Deal found 8/11R23 301
Tue 23/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 29/120:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R21 728
Sat 17/119:10JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/20:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R22 350
Sat 17/111:00JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R21 814
Fri 27/31:35JNB - MEL
3 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/413:00MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R22 869
Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Data last updated 10 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 11/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 18/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R15 384
Tue 11/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/116:45MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R15 574
Fri 14/119:25JNB - MEL
1 stop29h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 21/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/11R15 332
Fri 14/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 21/117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R15 626
Thu 20/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop43h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R16 629
Thu 20/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1216:30MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11R18 444
Mon 1/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R18 029
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Sat 6/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R18 426
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/11R15 298
One-way flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 November 2025.
Mon 2/311:00JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R8 885
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - MEL
2 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R8 937
Mon 2/39:25JNB - MEL
3 stops28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/11R10 561
Tue 9/1211:00JNB - MEL
2 stops44h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11R10 734
Tue 2/123:10JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R11 633
Tue 9/125:25JNB - MEL
3 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R12 065
Thu 15/119:10JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R12 549
Mon 15/1217:00JNB - MEL
3 stops53h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R12 636
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
11:00-13:20
2 stops41h 20m
Melbourne
Thu 30/4
7:00-7:40
2 stops32h 40m
R16 767
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/12
9:50-17:00
1 stop22h 10m
Melbourne
Mon 12/1
18:20-8:20
1 stop23h 00m
R20 812
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/3
22:20-11:55
3 stops28h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
13:10-19:40
3 stops39h 30m
R21 607
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/12
11:00-23:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Mon 29/12
0:45-7:25
1 stop39h 40m
R21 728
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 17/1
11:00-13:20
2 stops41h 20m
Melbourne
Mon 9/2
15:35-7:25
1 stop24h 50m
R21 814
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 17/1
19:10-5:40
3 stops49h 30m
Melbourne
Sun 8/2
0:30-10:50
2 stops43h 20m
R22 350
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
1:35-7:15
3 stops44h 40m
Melbourne
Sat 11/4
13:00-13:05
2 stops32h 05m
R22 869
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 17/1
20:35-22:20
1 stop16h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 9/2
20:45-5:05
1 stop17h 20m
R23 301
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 2/3
11:00-8:35
2 stops36h 35m
R8 885
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/12
11:00-19:45
2 stops47h 45m
R8 937
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne
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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?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport is 59 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R12 117). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 439). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 November 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 10 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, 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.
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Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?
Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in just under 22h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 10m. The distance from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport is about 10313 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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 R10 236. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R13 461, and Cathay Pacific, from R13 612. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?
Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Doha sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights. Hong Kong comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights?
Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi least often. Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights stopping in Dubai are the next rarest. Perth 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R12 117). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 439). 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.
Top 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 November 2025.
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