How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

Cathay Pacific can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in just under 26h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport is about 10313 km.

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 R13 536. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R13 718, and Qantas Airways, from R13 919. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

Cathay Pacific, Emirates and Etihad Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne Airport. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 60 days in advance, which can save you up to 29% on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 60 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R17 158. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R22 715.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to Melbourne Airport from Johannesburg average R18 687. You can even find prices in March for less than R18 687, as users have found deals to Melbourne Airport from as low as R13 719. The month of January appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne Airport from Johannesburg. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 22%.

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.

R8 179+ Flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between R15 161 and R23 271 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R14 813 on Cathay Pacific (Oct 28-Nov 3).

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

Round-trip from	R14 813
One-way from	R8 179
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R18 425

Cathay Pacific
28/10-3/11
2 total stops
75h 00m total
Johannesburg to Melbourne

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27/10
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26h 55m total
Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
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 14 September 2025.

Tue 28/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Tue 4/1115:35MEL - JNB

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Deal found 13/9R14 813

Mon 27/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

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1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/9R14 935

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1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

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1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/9R15 126

Wed 5/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Wed 26/1115:35MEL - JNB

1 stop25h 05mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/9R15 213

Sun 2/1111:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Wed 5/110:45MEL - JNB

1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/9R15 352

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Wed 5/1111:05JNB - MEL

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2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/9R15 716

Tue 2/1213:45JNB - MEL

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Tue 30/1217:10MEL - JNB

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

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Sun 28/911:20JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

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Deal found 13/9R21 517

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Mon 27/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Sun 2/110:45MEL - JNB

1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/9R14 935

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Deal found 13/9R14 813

Fri 31/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

Fri 7/118:40MEL - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/9R15 126

One-way flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Mon 27/1011:05JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific

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2 stops41h 15mCathay Pacific

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Deal found 13/9R11 166

Sun 14/1213:45JNB - MEL

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Deal found 12/9R11 201

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1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways

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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 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R988). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

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. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

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See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andSouth African 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.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 365 reviews

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Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 365 reviews

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8,1

Very Good

1 365 reviews

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10,0

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Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

993 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 365 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

South African

7,6

Good

44 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 365 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Qantas Airways

7,5

Good

905 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 365 reviews

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Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

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Singapore Airlines

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Anonymous,Jul 2025

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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?
Cathay Pacific can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in just under 26h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport is about 10313 km.
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 R13 536. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R13 718, and Qantas Airways, from R13 919. These flights start at 27% 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. Singapore 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 Perth 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R988). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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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Singapore Airlines	CheapestR13 536	AverageR16 854	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR13 718	AverageR15 205	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestR13 919	AverageR19 549	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR14 275	AverageR17 655	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR14 339	AverageR17 198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	CheapestR17 037	AverageR18 492	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
RwandAir	CheapestR19 817	AverageR22 970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Emirates	CheapestR21 243	AverageR26 266	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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