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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg from $970

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg are usually found in May or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,628

One-way from

$970

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,969
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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8/6
  • 8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($478 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($141 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Sun 11/507:00MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/509:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,628
Mon 8/923:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 30/919:50JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,652
Fri 23/507:00MEL - JNB
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/511:20JNB - MEL
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,748
Wed 30/706:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 19/818:45JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,870
Tue 26/815:15MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mRwandAir
Wed 10/903:10JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 10/4$1,883
Fri 9/507:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 16/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/4$1,931
Mon 28/422:55MEL - JNB
1 stop29h 55mEmirates
Thu 8/522:20JNB - MEL
1 stop39h 30mEmirates
Deal found 11/4$1,961
Thu 10/720:00MEL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 24/718:45JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,979
Sun 11/506:00AVV - JNB
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/509:50JNB - AVV
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$2,072
Sun 7/915:15MEL - JNB
3 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 30/920:25JNB - MEL
2 stops33h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/4$2,794
Mon 12/506:25MEL - JNB
3 stops46h 55mKLM
Thu 5/623:15JNB - MEL
3 stops47h 50mKLM
Deal found 11/4$3,133
Sun 7/913:25MEL - JNB
3 stops31h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 29/914:30JNB - MEL
3 stops33h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/4$4,243

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

07:00-08:20

2 stops33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

09:50-15:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,628

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

19:50-07:25

1 stop27h 35m

$1,652

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

07:00-07:40

3 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

11:20-06:15

3 stops34h 55m

$1,748

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 30/7

06:00-16:20

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

18:45-20:15

1 stop17h 30m

$1,870

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 26/8

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

03:10-23:10

2 stops36h 00m

$1,883

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

07:25-07:40

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

11:20-05:55

1 stop34h 35m

$1,931

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

22:55-20:50

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

22:20-21:50

1 stop39h 30m

$1,961

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 10/7

20:00-16:20

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

18:45-19:05

1 stop16h 20m

$1,979

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 11/5

06:00-08:20

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

09:50-22:50

2 stops29h 00m

$2,072

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

15:15-08:10

3 stops48h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

20:25-13:35

2 stops33h 10m

$2,794

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg (average of $1,108). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
844 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Johannesburg is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,628 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and RwandAir, starting at $1,652 and $1,883 round-trip. Etihad Airways is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,057 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,103 and RwandAir from $1,154 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

    Most of the time, Melbourne to Johannesburg flights that have stopovers will stop in Sydney. Singapore sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre are located about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Sydney can hire a car from Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $56 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Singapore?

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $138 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Johannesburg flights?

    Of the flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Johannesburg 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 to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg (average of $1,108). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,200Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,301Average$2,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,511Average$2,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,517Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,577Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,603Average$2,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,679Average$2,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,745Average$2,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,812Average$2,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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