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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 890

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
Jun 23 — Jun 301
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 24 May 2026.

Tue 4/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/820:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/5R17 984
Thu 8/1016:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 22/1013:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/5R18 000
Sun 18/1016:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 8/1113:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/5R18 017
Tue 6/106:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 20/1020:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/5R18 033
Tue 6/100:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 21/1020:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/5R18 939
Fri 24/75:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 29/720:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/5R20 174
Thu 8/1016:10
MEL
-
JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1020:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/5R20 207
Wed 18/1118:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/129:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R20 520
Fri 7/817:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/89:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/5R20 553
Tue 4/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/5R20 784

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 24 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 984

One-way from

R11 890

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 228
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 4/8-11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R42 003 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 467 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 24 May 2026.
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Price

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R21 969

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R22 035

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

12:45-23:20

1 stop25h 35m

R22 727

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

R24 110

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

16:55-16:35

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

10:25-18:15

1 stop22h 50m

R25 675

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

16:55-16:35

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

13:25-23:20

1 stop24h 55m

R25 675

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

12:05-10:15

2 stops30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

22:20-16:40

1 stop34h 20m

R25 708

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

18:20-7:10

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R27 997

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

15:55-16:15

2 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

13:30-5:35

2 stops32h 05m

R29 117

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

16:20-13:25

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

14:30-8:15

2 stops32h 45m

R31 076

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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?

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 76 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 933). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 877). 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 24 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways 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
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 041 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 and Qatar Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 23h. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 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 107, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Qantas Airways for as low as R20 394. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 34% 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 563. Users have also found prices from R10 538 and R13 092 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 933). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 877). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 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 24 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 107AverageR16 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR20 394AverageR25 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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