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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne from R15 612

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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
May 23 — May 301
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 18 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 720

One-way from

R15 612

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 478
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/10-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 19/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R39 080 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 394 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 May 2025.

Tue 21/109:50JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/115:55MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 720
Thu 16/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Sun 2/118:40MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/5R15 756
Sun 29/618:45JNB - MEL
2 stops29h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 7/76:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/5R17 180
Wed 28/513:55JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 4/614:50MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R17 919
Tue 2/1219:50JNB - MEL
1 stop30h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 30/1219:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/5R18 820
Wed 28/518:45JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 4/66:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/5R19 379
Sun 19/103:10JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 00mRwandAir
Tue 4/1117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 18/5R21 128
Mon 2/621:45JNB - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/65:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R21 921
Thu 16/1017:50JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/1121:15MEL - JNB
2 stops46h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R26 176
Sat 20/1222:20JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 05mEmirates
Fri 2/116:55MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 40mEmirates
Deal found 18/5R33 350
Sat 20/1213:10JNB - MEL
2 stops19h 45mAir Mauritius
Sun 4/19:15MEL - JNB
2 stops21h 15mAir Mauritius
Deal found 18/5R37 929
Tue 21/1013:55JNB - MEL
2 stops34h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 29/100:30MEL - JNB
2 stops36h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/5R40 922

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

9:50-4:10

1 stop33h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

5:55-8:35

1 stop35h 40m

R15 720

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

11:20-6:55

1 stop34h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

8:40-7:40

1 stop32h 00m

R15 756

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/6

18:45-7:50

2 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 7/7

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

R17 180

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

13:55-23:10

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

14:50-16:10

2 stops33h 20m

R17 919

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/6

6:00-16:20

1 stop18h 20m

R19 379

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

3:10-0:10

2 stops36h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

R21 128

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

21:45-15:35

2 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

5:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R21 921

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

17:50-20:25

2 stops41h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

21:15-10:50

2 stops46h 35m

R26 176

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

13:55-9:10

2 stops34h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

0:30-3:55

2 stops36h 25m

R40 922

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/6

14:55-5:15

2 stops22h 20m

R58 931

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 OR Tambo 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 18 May 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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 18 May 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about KLM, Cathay Pacific and Qantas 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
868 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
840 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 571 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 208 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways (R15 720), Cathay Pacific (R15 756), and Qantas Airways (R17 180) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Etihad Airways is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R15 612 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from R22 840 and RwandAir from R39 588 one-way.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Doha follows Dubai in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R210 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Abu Dhabi. Hong Kong is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Singapore comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 18 May 2025.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 154AverageR18 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 647AverageR17 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 819AverageR17 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 064AverageR21 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 420AverageR19 138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 218AverageR23 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 713AverageR19 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR20 787AverageR24 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR22 876AverageR25 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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