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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport from R8 627

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Jun 16 — Jun 231
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or May, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 11 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 703

One-way from

R8 627

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 104
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 28/11-15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 5/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R43 908 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 268 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2025.

Fri 28/1119:50JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 25mSingapore Airlines
Thu 15/10:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/6R14 703
Thu 31/711:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 7/814:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/6R15 039
Sun 23/1111:05JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/112:00MEL - JNB
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R16 208
Mon 13/1020:55JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 35mSouth African
Tue 18/1118:50MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mSouth African
Deal found 9/6R17 289
Fri 26/1212:45JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 16/117:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/6R17 625
Fri 25/718:45JNB - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 1/86:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/6R18 104
Sun 23/113:10JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 35mRwandAir
Thu 15/116:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 9/6R21 009
Sun 23/1119:45JNB - MEL
2 stops37h 25mLufthansa
Fri 30/10:35MEL - JNB
2 stops41h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/6R26 217

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 11 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

19:50-8:15

1 stop27h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

0:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

R14 703

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/7

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

14:25-7:40

1 stop25h 15m

R15 039

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

11:05-12:30

1 stop40h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

12:00-7:40

2 stops28h 40m

R16 208

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

20:55-23:30

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

18:50-5:05

1 stop19h 15m

R17 289

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/7

18:45-21:05

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

R18 104

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

20:25-8:10

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

17:10-9:45

1 stop25h 35m

R19 733

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

3:10-23:45

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

16:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R21 009

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

19:45-18:10

2 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

0:35-9:30

2 stops41h 55m

R26 217

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/6

20:25-8:10

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 11/7

13:25-13:05

3 stops31h 40m

R48 979

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/7

11:20-5:55

1 stop34h 35m

R8 627

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport is 22 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 R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 11 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

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 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.

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 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).

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 11 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways from Johannesburg to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
892 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
854 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Singapore Airlines, at R14 703, 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 South African. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport for 26% 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 (R8 627), Etihad Airways (R10 327), and South African (R11 461).

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

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R242 per day.

  • 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 Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Singapore 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 R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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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Top 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 11 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 896AverageR17 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 279AverageR20 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 392AverageR17 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 576AverageR17 329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 493AverageR18 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR16 919AverageR23 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 412AverageR19 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR20 214AverageR24 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR22 478AverageR25 579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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