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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $781

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,480

One-way from

$781

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,797
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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5/3
  • 5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($383 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Fri 7/1116:40MEL - JNB
1 stop34h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sun 23/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,297
Sun 20/405:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Fri 30/509:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,510
Sat 22/317:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/320:00JNB - MEL
1 stop42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,657
Mon 24/323:30MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 30/313:55JNB - MEL
1 stop42h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,764
Sun 1/606:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 15/618:40JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,812
Sat 19/421:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 10mQantas Airways
Thu 29/518:45JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,897
Wed 19/306:15MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 35mEmirates
Mon 24/313:25JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 55mEmirates
Deal found 20/2$1,905
Tue 5/810:00MEL - JNB
2 stops29h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 20/811:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$1,983
Thu 1/515:15MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mRwandAir
Mon 12/503:10JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 21/2$2,013
Sun 20/406:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/518:45JNB - AVV
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,284

Find flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo within your budget

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Melbourne

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

13:45-17:10

1 stop19h 25m

$1,480

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

05:00-08:35

1 stop35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

09:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

$1,510

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 6/5

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

13:55-16:50

1 stop42h 55m

$1,695

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 1/6

06:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

18:40-22:50

1 stop20h 10m

$1,812

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 19/4

21:00-16:10

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

18:45-17:55

1 stop15h 10m

$1,897

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

06:15-20:50

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/3

13:25-23:20

1 stop24h 55m

$1,905

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

15:15-16:10

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

09:05-22:10

3 stops29h 05m

$1,964

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

10:00-07:40

2 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

$1,983

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

03:10-22:10

2 stops35h 00m

$2,013

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 20/4

06:00-16:10

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

18:45-20:05

2 stops41h 20m

$2,284

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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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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 86 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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,117). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 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 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 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 21 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $1,480, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Melbourne 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 Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,510 and $1,764, respectively. Singapore Airlines is 28% 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 OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,039 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $1,047 and Qantas Airways from $1,165 one-way.

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

    Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney most of the time. Sydney is followed by Singapore in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • 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 can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those landing in Singapore looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $132 per day.

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

    Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Dubai least often.

  • 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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,117). Flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo. 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,190Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,274Average$2,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,480Average$2,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,491Average$1,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,544Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,645Average$2,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,720Average$2,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,774Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest$1,794Average$2,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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