Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne from $739

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
15 Jan — 22 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Melbourne are usually found in November or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 December 2025.

Wed 24/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 24/106:30MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/12$1,565
Sat 20/1209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/213:30MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$1,976
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 11/121:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12$2,007
Sat 20/1209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$2,350
Tue 23/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 11/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12$2,702
Sat 20/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12$3,140
Thu 18/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 4/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,358

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 16 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,383

One-way from

$739

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,836
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 13/3-22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($257 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne that are best for you.

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

16:15-07:40

2 stops48h 25m

$1,378

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

08:35-07:25

2 stops31h 50m

$1,384

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

09:50-16:35

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

17:10-08:20

1 stop23h 10m

$1,389

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

09:00-07:40

2 stops30h 40m

$1,398

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

16:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

$1,402

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:00-08:05

2 stops36h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

10:00-07:25

2 stops30h 25m

$1,420

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

11:20-16:50

2 stops44h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

14:25-07:40

1 stop25h 15m

$1,450

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

16:10-09:00

1 stop25h 50m

$1,466

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 12/3

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

$1,718

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$1,723

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 12 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of $1,049). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,405). 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 JNB to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 16 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Melbourne in 20h 45m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg and Melbourne is about 10263 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne round-trip?

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $1,055. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $1,116 and $1,185, respectively. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne are Qantas Airways ($534), Cathay Pacific ($609), and Qatar Airways ($609).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne (average of $1,049). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,405). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,117Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,185Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,203Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,241Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,464Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,771Average$2,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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