Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 794
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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
Jan 23 — Jan 301
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in October or August, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday
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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 December 2025.
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R24 085
Sun 28/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/12R27 166
Sun 28/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/12R27 183
Sat 27/128:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 29/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R27 499
Sun 28/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R27 899
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 29/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R28 099
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R28 399
Sat 27/1216:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R28 532
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 31/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R28 565
Fri 26/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R28 732
Sat 27/128:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 30/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R28 798
Best flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 24 December 2025.
Mon 2/216:10MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 14/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/12R19 804
Sat 7/222:35MEL - JNB
3 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R20 304
Tue 31/318:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 24/49:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/12R20 837
Mon 18/55:55MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 22/519:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/12R20 937
Tue 3/316:10MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 31/312:40JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R20 654
Mon 2/37:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sat 4/419:50JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/12R21 353
Sat 7/318:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/421:45JNB - MEL
2 stops33h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/12R21 386
Sun 1/316:10MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 31/312:40JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R20 654
Thu 5/39:15MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 30/314:45JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R21 003
Wed 4/37:15MEL - JNB
2 stops34h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 30/314:45JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R21 003
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Data last updated 24 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R24 085
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 30/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R28 099
Thu 25/1215:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R28 399
Sat 27/128:40MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 29/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R27 499
Sun 28/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/12R27 166
Sun 28/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/12R27 183
Sun 28/1218:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1211:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R27 899
Sun 11/114:20MEL - JNB
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/18:20JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R26 533
Fri 23/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R24 768
Fri 23/116:55MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 40mEmirates
Sat 24/122:20JNB - MEL
2 stops50h 55mEmirates
Deal found 23/12R27 582
One-way flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 24 December 2025.
Wed 15/412:00MEL - JNB
3 stops52h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R9 794
Wed 15/415:45MEL - JNB
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R11 309
Wed 14/117:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R12 375
Wed 14/121:40MEL - JNB
3 stops51h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R12 809
Wed 14/123:40MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 23/12R13 275
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 December 2025.
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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.
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Melbourne
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Price
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
16:10-8:40
1 stop25h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
13:45-23:20
1 stop24h 35m
R19 804
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sat 7/2
22:35-8:20
3 stops42h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
13:45-23:20
1 stop24h 35m
R20 304
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Tue 3/3
16:10-8:40
1 stop25h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 31/3
12:40-23:10
1 stop25h 30m
R20 654
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sun 1/3
16:10-8:40
1 stop25h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 31/3
12:40-23:10
1 stop25h 30m
R20 654
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Tue 31/3
18:10-8:20
1 stop23h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 24/4
9:50-15:50
1 stop22h 00m
R20 837
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 18/5
5:55-18:35
1 stop20h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 22/5
19:50-4:20
1 stop24h 30m
R20 937
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Thu 5/3
9:15-8:40
2 stops32h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 30/3
14:45-23:10
1 stop23h 25m
R21 003
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Wed 4/3
7:15-8:40
2 stops34h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 30/3
14:45-23:10
1 stop23h 25m
R21 003
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Mon 2/3
7:00-18:35
1 stop20h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 4/4
19:50-11:00
1 stop31h 10m
R21 353
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL - JNB
MELJNB
Melbourne
Sat 7/3
18:20-8:20
1 stop23h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 1/4
21:45-16:35
2 stops33h 50m
R21 386
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo
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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 19 December 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 57 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 860). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 673). 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 24 December 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 678.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 56m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 53m.
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 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas 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.
Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Qatar Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 25h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 10313 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at R9 477, Etihad Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Singapore Airlines and South African - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R12 944 and R17 593, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 50% 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 411. Users have also found prices from R10 658 and R12 963 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 860). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 673). 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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