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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne from R8 218

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 April 2026.

Tue 12/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R15 175
Thu 14/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R15 192
Fri 15/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/515:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R15 226
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R15 430
Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/515:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R15 447
Sun 26/412:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R15 481
Wed 13/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/520:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R15 635
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R15 839
Sat 9/514:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/620:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R15 908
Thu 14/518:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sun 17/520:55
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/3R21 261
Thu 21/518:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/66:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/3R21 534
Sat 23/518:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop31h 00m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/620:55
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/3R21 551

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 175

One-way from

R8 218

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 272
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 126 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 921 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 April 2026.
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

16:50-4:55

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

15:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R18 550

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

14:45-4:55

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

20:55-16:10

1 stop27h 15m

R19 710

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/5

20:55-16:25

1 stop27h 30m

R21 261

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

20:40-4:55

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 16/12

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R21 415

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/6

16:40-16:25

1 stop31h 45m

R22 046

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

17:15-4:00

2 stops42h 45m

R22 284

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

R22 284

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 7/6

20:55-16:25

1 stop27h 30m

R22 301

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

22:20-5:30

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

15:55-20:35

2 stops36h 40m

R23 052

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

9:25-4:55

3 stops35h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

15:10-16:10

2 stops33h 00m

R23 580

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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 13 March 2026.

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 76 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 R10 707). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 874). 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 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 1 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne, such as Cathay Pacific,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 234 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,1

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
1 234 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 234 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,1

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
1 234 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,1

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
1 016 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 234 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,1

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
3 732 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 234 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,1

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
1 432 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 234 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,1

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.

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 05m. Fly via RwandAir, Qatar 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 613. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R13 259, and Qantas Airways, from R13 384. Etihad Airways is 45% 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 (R7 205), Cathay Pacific (R7 265), and Singapore Airlines (R7 907).

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Melbourne stopover in Doha most frequently. Sydney follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Melbourne flights. Sydney 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 Singapore the least frequently. Singapore is followed by Dubai in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Perth follows Dubai 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 R10 707). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 874). 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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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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 613AverageR15 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 259AverageR14 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 384AverageR18 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 470AverageR17 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 562AverageR17 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 643AverageR17 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 877AverageR20 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR18 486AverageR23 056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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