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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 860

MEL — JNB
Oct 14 — Oct 211
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

Mon 12/1016:20 -
1 stop36h 00m
Sun 25/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 11/9R19 561
Mon 19/106:15 -
2 stops35h 55m
Sun 1/1120:20 -
1 stop42h 00m
Deal found 10/9R19 594
Thu 22/1016:20 -
1 stop36h 00m
Mon 26/1020:20 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 10/9R20 125
Sun 25/1013:10 -
2 stops30h 15m
Sun 1/1120:20 -
1 stop42h 00m
Deal found 10/9R20 238
Sun 25/1013:10 -
3 stops33h 20m
Fri 30/1020:20 -
1 stop42h 00m
Deal found 11/9R20 528

Find flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Round-trip from

R19 561

One-way from

R10 860

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R22 865
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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13/2-31/12
  • 13/2-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R38 801 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 167 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 14/2

13:25-13:30

3 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 054

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 14/2

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 552

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 28/9

6:15-20:10

3 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 778
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 14/2

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 907

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 14/2

8:45-13:30

3 stops37h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R17 273

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

23:00-4:00

1 stop38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

R21 350

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

22:35-10:30

2 stops44h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

R22 784

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 1/2

22:35-11:00

2 stops45h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/3

18:50-20:40

2 stops40h 50m

R23 010

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

17:10-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

R24 057

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

18:45-4:00

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

14:05-23:20

1 stop24h 15m

R24 170

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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 R17 386). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 520). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R19 819 and R25 958 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R19 561 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 12–Oct 25).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 600 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 600 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 600 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 658 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 600 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 093 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 600 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines can get you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 38h. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 25m. 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 R12 989, 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 Emirates and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R17 055 and R19 954, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 R17 386). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 520). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 989AverageR17 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 055AverageR23 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR19 954AverageR31 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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