Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne from R8 257
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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Melbourne are usually found in November or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday
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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 16 December 2025.
Wed 24/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 24/16:30MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/12R17 489
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 11/121:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12R22 433
Sat 20/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12R26 267
Tue 23/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops51h 55mRwandAir
Sun 11/123:40MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R27 529
Mon 15/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Mon 5/123:40MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R28 992
Tue 23/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 11/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R30 203
Thu 18/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops51h 55mRwandAir
Sun 4/123:40MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R31 733
Sat 20/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12R35 096
Thu 18/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R37 535
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 16 December 2025.
Fri 13/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 22/38:35MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/12R15 454
Fri 3/49:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 19/517:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/12R15 522
Fri 30/112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 6/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/12R15 808
Sat 14/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 12/36:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R19 205
Thu 12/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/315:00AVV - JNB
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R24 149
Wed 13/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 17/59:00MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/12R15 623
Fri 27/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/46:30MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/12R15 690
Thu 26/311:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 31/36:15MEL - JNB
2 stops34h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/12R15 690
Sat 23/518:45JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 27/56:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/12R19 255
Fri 13/311:00JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 20/310:00MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/12R15 875
Mon 9/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 12/36:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R19 928
Sat 4/411:20JNB - MEL
2 stops44h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 18/523:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/12R16 211
Thu 12/217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 12/36:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R19 928
Mon 6/418:45JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 13/46:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/12R21 693
Sat 17/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 9/26:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/12R30 926
Fri 2/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 9/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12R32 187
Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Data last updated 16 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sat 20/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12R35 096
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 11/121:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12R22 433
Tue 23/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 11/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R30 203
Wed 24/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 24/16:30MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/12R17 489
Fri 2/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 9/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12R32 187
Sat 17/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 9/26:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/12R30 926
Wed 28/112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 4/223:40MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/12R17 556
Wed 28/119:05JNB - MEL
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/20:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R21 878
Thu 29/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 5/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/12R17 977
Thu 29/119:10JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/20:30MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R21 407
Fri 30/112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 6/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/12R15 808
Fri 30/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/222:05MEL - JNB
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R22 316
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 16 December 2025.
Sat 25/411:55JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/12R8 257
Tue 23/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 628
Sat 25/49:25JNB - MEL
3 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R10 830
Wed 28/112:45JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/12R10 847
Wed 28/119:05JNB - MEL
2 stops60h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/12R11 217
Sat 25/411:20JNB - AVV
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R12 226
Wed 28/119:05JNB - MEL
3 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R12 360
Sat 25/418:45JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12R12 360
Thu 29/111:00JNB - MEL
3 stops57h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R14 176
Tue 23/1211:00JNB - MEL
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R14 496
Tue 6/15:25JNB - MEL
3 stops57h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R14 563
Wed 28/19:50JNB - AVV
3 stops45h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R15 000
Find 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 (ME1). 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 16 December 2025.
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 16 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne that are best for you.
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Route
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Return
Price
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 13/3
11:00-23:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
8:35-7:25
2 stops31h 50m
R15 454
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 3/4
9:50-16:35
1 stop21h 45m
Melbourne
Tue 19/5
17:10-8:20
1 stop23h 10m
R15 522
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 13/5
11:20-22:15
1 stop26h 55m
Melbourne
Sun 17/5
9:00-7:40
2 stops30h 40m
R15 623
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
11:00-7:10
1 stop35h 10m
Melbourne
Thu 30/4
6:30-7:40
2 stops33h 10m
R15 690
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 26/3
11:00-23:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Tue 31/3
6:15-7:40
2 stops34h 25m
R15 690
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 30/1
12:45-5:45
1 stop32h 00m
Melbourne
Fri 6/2
16:10-15:35
1 stop32h 25m
R15 808
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 13/3
11:00-8:05
2 stops36h 05m
Melbourne
Fri 20/3
10:00-7:25
2 stops30h 25m
R15 875
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 4/4
11:20-16:50
2 stops44h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 18/5
23:45-7:40
1 stop39h 55m
R16 211
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - AVV
JNBAVV
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
17:30-23:15
1 stop20h 45m
Melbourne Avalon
Thu 12/3
6:00-15:00
1 stop18h 00m
R19 205
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - AVV
JNBAVV
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 23/5
18:45-22:50
1 stop20h 05m
Melbourne Avalon
Wed 27/5
6:00-16:25
1 stop18h 25m
R19 255
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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
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 12 December 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of R11 721). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 707). 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 16 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% 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?
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 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
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 16 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne in 20h 45m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg and Melbourne is about 10263 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne round-trip from R9 958. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R13 093, and Cathay Pacific, from R13 181. Etihad Airways is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Qatar Airways (R6 814), Cathay Pacific (R7 166), and Singapore Airlines (R7 798).
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Melbourne stopover in Sydney most frequently. Doha follows Sydney in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Melbourne flights. Doha is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Melbourne flights.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Melbourne flights?
Johannesburg to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi the least frequently. Abu Dhabi is followed by Singapore in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Dubai follows Singapore in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Johannesburg to Melbourne 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?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of R11 721). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 707). 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 16 December 2025.
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