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R7 630+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

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— MEL
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Melbourne in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Wed 6/512:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R14 621
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R14 932
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 14/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R15 244
Fri 18/920:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/1023:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R15 310
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R15 376
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R15 408
Wed 20/59:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 31/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R15 490
Wed 20/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/517:10
MEL
-
JNB
2 stops42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R15 507
Tue 1/1212:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/1216:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R15 671
Mon 4/518:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sat 23/56:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 9/4R19 609
Wed 6/518:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 13/56:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/4R19 724
Sat 23/518:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 27/56:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/4R20 692

Find flight deals to Melbourne

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Return from

R14 621

One-way from

R7 630

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Average price

R16 327
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 81h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Return

Price

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:50-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

R16 688

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 13/5

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R19 987
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/5

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R20 692

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

17:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

R21 086

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 8/6

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R21 152

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 7/6

14:55-16:25

1 stop33h 30m

R21 168

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

17:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

R21 414

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 16/12

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R21 529

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

16:50-16:50

2 stops40h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

20:55-2:20

2 stops37h 25m

R22 005

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

10:05-5:30

1 stop35h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

21:15-5:30

1 stop40h 15m

R23 104

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Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne takes 22 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R13 982
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R12 881
South African
South African
From R16 095
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From R12 761

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways.

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 ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne 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, 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 10 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Australia, such as Cathay Pacific,South African, andQantas Airways. 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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 018 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 428 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around R24 787, however they can be found for as little as R24 645.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Melbourne have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

    Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0,0 km away from Melbourne).

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