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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne from R7 367

JNB — MEL
Dec 10 — Dec 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Mon 9/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sun 22/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 8/11R14 652
Wed 2/1213:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Fri 19/216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 6/11R14 800
Tue 10/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Sat 14/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 10/11R14 816
Thu 26/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Thu 4/216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 8/11R14 997
Fri 27/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Fri 11/1216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 9/11R15 063
Thu 12/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Wed 25/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 9/11R15 425
Thu 26/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Fri 11/1216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 9/11R15 474
Sat 21/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 25/1117:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 8/11R15 737
Thu 24/129:25 -
1 stop35h 20m
Tue 16/217:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 7/11R15 852
Sun 22/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Tue 8/1217:10 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 9/11R16 461
Thu 26/119:25 -
3 stops28h 55m
Thu 4/217:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 8/11R16 543
Thu 26/119:25 -
3 stops28h 55m
Fri 11/1216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 9/11R16 576

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Round-trip from

R14 800

One-way from

R7 367

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 313
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/12-19/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R21 572 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 311 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

13:45-17:50

1 stop43h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 367
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

9:25-0:15

2 stops29h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 784

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

13:45-5:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 458

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

13:45-5:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 018

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

6:55-23:20

3 stops31h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 182

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/3

3:10-23:20

2 stops35h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 007

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

20:20-5:45

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 15/2

13:00-8:40

2 stops28h 40m

R18 385

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

17:10-8:40

1 stop24h 30m

R19 453

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

9:25-0:15

2 stops29h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 15/12

16:10-3:55

1 stop44h 45m

R20 868

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 11/12

13:00-8:40

2 stops28h 40m

R24 074

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of R15 671). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 572). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Melbourne flights typically cost between R14 783 and R18 812 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R14 800 on Qatar Airways (Dec 2–Feb 19).

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

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 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne, such as Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
South African
7,7
Good
66 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 123 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 705 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 555 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne in 24h 25m. Fly via Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg and Melbourne is about 10313 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne round-trip from R13 405. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R13 595, and Qatar Airways, from R14 270. Etihad Airways is 24% 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 138), Etihad Airways (R8 255), and Cathay Pacific (R8 376).

  • 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 Perth the least frequently. Perth is followed by Singapore in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of R15 671). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 572). 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 405AverageR16 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 595AverageR16 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 270AverageR16 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 454AverageR20 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 737AverageR19 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 152AverageR18 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 977AverageR22 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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