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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport from R7 730

JNB — MEL
Oct 9 — Oct 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Thu 22/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Thu 29/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 7/9R14 084
Wed 21/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Wed 28/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 8/9R14 180
Tue 20/1020:55 -
1 stop41h 10m
Tue 27/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 5/9R14 276
Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Sat 14/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 4/9R14 500
Mon 16/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Thu 10/1216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 5/9R15 108
Sat 26/129:50 -
1 stop22h 10m
Mon 18/118:20 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 6/9R16 180

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Round-trip from

R14 084

One-way from

R7 730

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 108
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 011 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 291 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 810

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

18:50-17:00

2 stops61h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 835

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/1

9:25-21:40

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 123

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/1

13:45-5:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 555

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

13:45-7:35

2 stops56h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 795

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

17:40-23:20

2 stops44h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 483
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 395

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

9:25-5:45

3 stops35h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 972

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

11:10-14:40

2 stops43h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 212

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:05-23:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

13:30-15:35

2 stops35h 05m

R16 532

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of R15 140). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 293). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between R15 636 and R19 717 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R14 084 on Qatar Airways (Oct 22–Oct 29).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 091 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport will take you 24h. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 10313 km.

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

    Etihad Airways, at R7 624, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport are Cathay Pacific (R6 843), Qatar Airways (R7 062), and Etihad Airways (R7 628).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Dubai is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Sydney ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq, by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R793 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Perth. Perth is followed by Singapore in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Hong Kong comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of R15 140). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 293). 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 OR Tambo to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 624AverageR15 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 244AverageR14 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 553AverageR19 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 865AverageR15 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 342AverageR17 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 720AverageR17 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 835AverageR21 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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