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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 975

MEL — JNB
Nov 24 — Dec 11
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

Tue 17/117:00 -
3 stops34h 25m
Wed 25/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Deal found 23/10R20 109
Wed 28/109:15 -
3 stops34h 40m
Wed 11/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 25/10R20 258
Thu 29/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Fri 13/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Deal found 24/10R20 292
Sun 1/119:15 -
3 stops34h 40m
Sun 8/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Deal found 22/10R20 391
Sun 25/1013:25 -
3 stops33h 05m
Tue 10/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 23/10R20 457
Sun 22/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Sun 29/1120:20 -
1 stop42h 00m
Deal found 22/10R20 540
Sun 25/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Tue 10/1120:20 -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 23/10R20 607
Tue 17/1123:40 -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 25/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Deal found 23/10R20 689
Wed 28/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 55m
Wed 11/1113:45 -
1 stop43h 05m
Deal found 23/10R20 706
Fri 13/1123:40 -
2 stops47h 15m
Sat 28/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 21/10R20 789

Find flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Round-trip from

R20 109

One-way from

R10 975

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 905
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/11-25/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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6/11-31/12
  • 6/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R38 161 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 865 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

18:05-8:25

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 914

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 7/11

12:05-13:30

2 stops34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 672

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

7:45-8:25

3 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 069

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

14:35-15:50

2 stops34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R17 821

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 27/12

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 468

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 9/1

23:40-3:55

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 932

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 25/12

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 965

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 25/12

6:30-15:35

2 stops42h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R19 214

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 24/12

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R19 711

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 27/12

21:45-20:30

2 stops31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R20 093

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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?

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 R20 026). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 410). 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 typical for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R18 717 and R24 983 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R20 109 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 17–Nov 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
1 627 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 627 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 627 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 688 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 627 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 116 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 710 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 627 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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

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

    Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways, and RwandAir can get you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 24h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 20m. 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 R8 311, Qatar Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Singapore Airlines and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R13 251 and R17 547, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 63% 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 R20 026). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 410). 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

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Emirates flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 311AverageR23 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 251AverageR17 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 547AverageR24 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR20 530AverageR32 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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