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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne from R7 885

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Jul 29 — Aug 51
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 29 June 2026.

Mon 20/720:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop41h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R15 508
Fri 10/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/722:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R15 590
Mon 27/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6R15 771
Fri 10/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R16 149
Tue 3/1120:20
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/6R16 428
Wed 2/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/95:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/6R16 674
Fri 14/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R16 757
Sun 8/1113:45
JNB
-
MEL
2 stops31h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/6R16 888
Thu 3/918:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 30/96:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/6R20 305
Thu 3/918:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop17h 35m
Qantas Airways
Tue 29/910:30
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop37h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/6R20 322
Sat 25/718:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop31h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 26/86:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/6R20 387
Mon 27/718:45
JNB
-
AVV
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Mon 10/86:00
AVV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/6R20 469

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 29 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 508

One-way from

R7 885

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 367
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/7-29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/11
  • 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 241 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 682 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 29 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 18/11

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R20 305

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

18:45-9:45

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 26/8

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R20 387

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 29/9

10:30-16:25

1 stop37h 55m

R20 535

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

18:45-18:55

1 stop16h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 29/9

21:00-16:25

1 stop27h 25m

R20 979

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 1/10

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

R21 324

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:55-22:00

2 stops41h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 28/9

22:45-9:10

1 stop42h 25m

R22 457

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

14:05-7:55

2 stops57h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

16:10-9:00

1 stop24h 50m

R22 868

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

11:10-5:55

1 stop34h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

7:10-7:45

2 stops56h 35m

R23 065

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

14:05-5:20

2 stops31h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 17/8

16:10-9:10

1 stop25h 00m

R23 279

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

10:05-22:50

2 stops28h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 19/9

16:40-16:15

2 stops31h 35m

R23 854

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of R7 820). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 851). 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?

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

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 29 June 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
1 396 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 396 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 396 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 396 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 054 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 396 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 736 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 396 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 467 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 396 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

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 Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, or Cathay Pacific 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 R7 827. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R12 568, and Singapore Airlines, from R12 740. Etihad Airways is 54% 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 Cathay Pacific (R6 816), Qatar Airways (R7 167), and Singapore Airlines (R7 345).

  • 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 Dubai in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Melbourne flights.

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

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by traveling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R622 per day.

  • 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. Hong Kong 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 R7 820). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 851). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 827AverageR15 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 568AverageR14 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 740AverageR18 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 142AverageR16 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 753AverageR19 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 036AverageR17 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 225AverageR20 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR18 624AverageR22 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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