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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport from R19 006

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Melbourne are usually found in November or March, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 (MEL). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R19 006

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R25 710
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  • 24/2-3/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 59h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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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 19 December 2024.

Sun 29/1222:30JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mSingapore Airlines
Tue 28/116:40MEL - JNB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12R24 659
Sun 29/1220:35JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/117:55MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R24 768
Sun 29/1213:25JNB - MEL
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Sat 18/13:25MEL - JNB
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/12R30 113
Sun 29/1223:55JNB - MEL
3 stops46h 00mKLM
Tue 28/19:15MEL - JNB
3 stops45h 45mKLM
Deal found 18/12R83 853

Find flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne within your budget

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/2

9:35-23:45

3 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

18:10-15:35

2 stops30h 25m

R19 006

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

17:15-18:35

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

6:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

R19 459

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

13:45-18:10

1 stop43h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

0:35-6:25

1 stop38h 50m

R19 894

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/1

11:05-23:00

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

8:40-7:40

1 stop32h 00m

R22 105

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/2

9:55-16:55

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

20:30-8:35

2 stops69h 05m

R23 137

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/2

22:20-6:25

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 2/3

3:25-10:25

2 stops40h 00m

R23 500

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

19:35-7:10

2 stops50h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

14:25-8:35

2 stops50h 10m

R24 985

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/2

3:10-23:45

2 stops59h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

23:30-2:20

2 stops35h 50m

R28 029

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

9:35-23:45

3 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

18:15-16:10

2 stops29h 55m

R43 466

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/12

23:55-6:55

3 stops46h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 28/1

9:15-22:00

3 stops45h 45m

R83 853

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport is 54 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 280). 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 19 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% 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 Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne 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 July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines and Emirates from Johannesburg to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
839 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Melbourne. 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport round-trip from R19 459. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R19 894, and Cathay Pacific, from R22 105. These flights start at 10% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights. Singapore comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R423 per day.

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

    Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi least often. Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights stopping in Hong Kong are the next rarest. Doha comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 280). 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 Johannesburg to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 805AverageR17 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 964AverageR18 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 900AverageR19 745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR17 179AverageR19 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 305AverageR24 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 847AverageR24 089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 016AverageR20 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR20 530AverageR24 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR22 200AverageR24 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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