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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 366

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 April 2026.

Sun 23/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R16 492
Tue 18/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 17/913:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R17 246
Mon 12/106:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 25/1113:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4R17 377
Tue 18/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 18/913:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R18 146
Sun 2/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R18 277
Sun 23/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 16/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R18 736
Thu 30/412:00
MEL
-
JNB
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4R18 982
Tue 18/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 12/913:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R19 031
Sun 26/717:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/89:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R19 211
Sat 22/817:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R19 227

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 492

One-way from

R11 366

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 013
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 23/8-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R37 605 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 694 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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

22:45-2:20

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

9:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

R21 275

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

21:15-20:35

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

22:20-8:50

2 stops26h 30m

R24 124

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

21:15-20:35

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-5:30

1 stop32h 00m

R24 435

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

17:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

15:05-17:15

3 stops42h 10m

R27 498

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 30/6

15:30-19:20

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

13:45-7:25

1 stop33h 40m

R28 432

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 29/6

15:30-19:20

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

13:45-11:00

1 stop37h 15m

R29 594

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

16:10-15:15

3 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

8:05-22:05

2 stops30h 00m

R33 312

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

17:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

9:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

R36 538
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

15:10-11:00

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

9:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

R36 932

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

15:10-11:00

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

9:25-22:05

3 stops28h 40m

R37 390

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo

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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 10 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 839). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R25 025). 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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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 17 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
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

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
1 497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

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
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

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
1 497 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

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
1 019 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

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?

    Emirates and Qatar Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 31h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 55m. 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 034, 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 932 and R17 335, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 32% 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 270. Users have also found prices from R10 480 and R13 019 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 839). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R25 025). 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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Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 034AverageR16 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 932AverageR20 888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 335AverageR21 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR20 282AverageR25 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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