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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $868

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, 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 30 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,646

One-way from

$868

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,832
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/4-4/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($422 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($133 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 30 March 2025.

Tue 25/1100:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 4/1213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,576
Sun 27/405:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/509:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/3$1,646
Sat 26/400:30MEL - JNB
3 stops44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/513:55JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,696
Fri 9/517:45MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 30mSouth African
Mon 19/520:55JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 25mSouth African
Deal found 29/3$1,765
Sun 1/606:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 15/618:45JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/3$1,979
Tue 1/406:15MEL - JNB
1 stop43h 00mEmirates
Tue 8/422:20JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 10mEmirates
Deal found 29/3$1,983
Sun 28/906:00MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/3$2,057
Sat 19/421:00MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 27/418:45JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/3$2,145
Thu 14/815:15MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mRwandAir
Mon 12/103:10JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 45mRwandAir
Deal found 30/3$2,175
Mon 12/506:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/618:45JNB - AVV
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$2,437
Mon 28/409:15MEL - JNB
3 stops44h 05mKLM
Thu 8/523:15JNB - MEL
3 stops47h 50mKLM
Deal found 29/3$3,261
Sun 5/1000:30MEL - JNB
2 stops48h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 6/1112:45JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/3$3,428

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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OR Tambo

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

05:00-08:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

09:50-15:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,646

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 26/4

00:30-13:05

3 stops44h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

13:55-23:10

1 stop25h 15m

$1,696

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

17:45-05:15

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

20:55-22:20

1 stop17h 25m

$1,765

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 1/6

06:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

18:45-20:15

1 stop17h 30m

$1,979

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

22:55-20:50

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

13:25-05:30

1 stop32h 05m

$1,983

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

06:45-07:40

2 stops32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/8

11:20-05:55

1 stop34h 35m

$2,092

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 19/4

21:00-16:15

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

18:45-18:50

1 stop16h 05m

$2,145

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 14/8

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

03:10-05:55

2 stops41h 45m

$2,175

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 12/5

06:00-16:20

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

18:45-20:05

2 stops41h 20m

$2,437

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

09:15-21:20

3 stops44h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

23:15-07:05

3 stops47h 50m

$3,261

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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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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 28 March 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 $1,109). 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 30 March 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 30 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
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Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
3,192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
813 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
841 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

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 $1,646, Etihad Airways will fly you from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from South African and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,765 and $1,979, respectively. 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 OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $956 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $1,062 and Cathay Pacific from $1,132 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 $54 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 $123 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 $1,109). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

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 30 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,194Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,292Average$2,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,501Average$2,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,530Average$1,854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,566Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,669Average$2,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,742Average$2,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,787Average$2,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,799Average$2,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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