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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 893

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
May 9 — May 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Thu 7/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R15 798
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 3/79:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R15 995
Fri 22/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/59:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R16 175
Mon 10/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4R16 257
Wed 19/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4R16 274
Sat 9/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/59:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R16 503
Sat 6/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/69:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R16 766
Fri 2/1018:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 23/1019:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4R16 930
Sun 2/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 8/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4R17 094
Sun 2/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4R17 242
Sat 22/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 5/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4R17 783

Find flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 798

One-way from

R10 893

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 047
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R37 733 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 546 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo 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 9 April 2026.
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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

6:15-8:15

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

R19 538

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

15:55-20:35

2 stops36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

13:30-16:40

1 stop43h 10m

R23 361

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

15:10-15:20

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

8:05-4:55

2 stops36h 50m

R24 394
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

18:45-15:20

2 stops28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

9:25-4:55

3 stops35h 30m

R25 231

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

14:15-4:00

2 stops45h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

14:40-17:15

3 stops42h 35m

R26 150

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

17:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

9:25-17:15

3 stops47h 50m

R26 396

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

22:45-8:55

3 stops42h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

19:50-23:45

2 stops43h 55m

R26 757

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

9:15-10:30

2 stops33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

14:40-17:15

3 stops42h 35m

R28 003

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

22:45-8:55

3 stops42h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

15:05-17:15

3 stops42h 10m

R30 858

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

9:15-10:30

2 stops33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

14:40-17:15

3 stops42h 35m

R31 416

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R10 811). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 011). 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 Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 9 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to OR Tambo. 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 Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 23h. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 45m. Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10313 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at R13 056, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from South African and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R13 956 and R17 364, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 284. Users have also found prices from R10 497 and R13 041 on Qatar Airways and South African, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R10 811). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 011). 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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Fly from Melbourne to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo. 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 056AverageR16 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 956AverageR20 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 364AverageR21 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR20 315AverageR25 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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