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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 841

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
May 3 — May 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 28 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 453

One-way from

R10 841

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R23 118
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 6/10-2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R58 129 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R16 393 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 April 2025.

Tue 13/55:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/611:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R19 330
Sun 4/55:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Fri 9/59:50JNB - MEL
2 stops37h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R19 629
Mon 28/45:15MEL - JNB
1 stop43h 00mEmirates
Thu 8/513:25JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 05mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R19 871
Thu 4/923:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 25/913:45JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 394
Tue 10/615:15MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mRwandAir
Mon 16/63:10JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 27/4R22 763
Thu 11/97:00MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 9/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R23 678
Thu 4/96:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 28/918:45JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/4R24 984
Mon 12/517:15MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 5/613:55JNB - MEL
2 stops48h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R27 764
Sun 7/915:55MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 22/921:15JNB - MEL
2 stops50h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R29 742

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 28 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 6/10

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

13:45-8:15

1 stop33h 30m

R18 453

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

5:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

R19 330

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

5:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

9:50-3:10

1 stop33h 20m

R20 804

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

17:45-5:15

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

20:55-5:20

1 stop24h 25m

R20 860

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

20:00-7:40

2 stops43h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

10:10-14:35

2 stops44h 25m

R21 700

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/6

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

3:10-23:10

2 stops36h 00m

R22 763

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

5:15-16:15

1 stop43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

19:10-16:40

1 stop37h 30m

R23 640

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

7:00-7:40

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

11:20-23:15

1 stop26h 55m

R23 678

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

6:30-16:15

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

18:45-17:55

1 stop15h 10m

R24 984

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

17:15-16:10

2 stops30h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

13:55-22:40

2 stops48h 45m

R27 764

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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 25 April 2025.

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 24 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 MEL to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 28 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific from Melbourne to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

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
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

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
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

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.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

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
828 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 561 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

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.

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

    Currently priced at R18 453, 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 Etihad Airways and South African - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R20 804 and R20 860, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 21% 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 R10 841. Users have also found prices from R12 352 and R12 781 on Singapore Airlines and RwandAir, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 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 28 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 699AverageR21 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 708AverageR21 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR20 941AverageR32 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 820AverageR25 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR22 055AverageR28 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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