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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport from R11 054

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 2 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 119

One-way from

R11 054

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R25 567
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 12/2-20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 January 2025.

Wed 12/217:15JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 20/26:00MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/12R19 119
Mon 10/320:35JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/417:45MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1R19 213
Sun 22/611:20JNB - MEL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 13/716:15MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/1R20 510
Wed 12/216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops45h 55mRwandAir
Thu 20/217:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 31/12R20 773
Mon 10/39:35JNB - MEL
3 stops29h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 9/415:15MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/1R21 582
Mon 10/313:45JNB - MEL
2 stops24h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 9/418:25MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/1R23 274
Fri 7/29:55JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 7/320:30MEL - JNB
2 stops69h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/1R23 593
Sat 15/222:20JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 00mEmirates
Sat 22/222:30MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 05mEmirates
Deal found 1/1R25 323
Sat 15/223:55JNB - MEL
2 stops46h 15mSWISS
Sat 22/26:55MEL - JNB
2 stops60h 30mSWISS
Deal found 1/1R31 940
Wed 12/214:35JNB - MEL
3 stops33h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 19/20:30MEL - JNB
2 stops36h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 31/12R50 270
Thu 16/119:05JNB - MEL
2 stops40h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 27/122:40MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/1R63 373
Wed 8/123:55JNB - MEL
3 stops46h 00mKLM
Wed 15/17:00MEL - JNB
3 stops48h 00mKLM
Deal found 31/12R86 609

Find flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne within your budget

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

17:15-18:35

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

6:00-14:45

1 stop17h 45m

R19 119

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

20:35-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

17:45-5:15

1 stop19h 30m

R19 213

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

11:20-11:15

1 stop39h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 13/7

16:15-7:40

2 stops47h 25m

R20 510

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

16:50-23:45

2 stops45h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

R20 773

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

9:35-23:45

3 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

15:15-16:10

1 stop32h 55m

R21 582

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

13:45-23:05

2 stops24h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

18:25-6:10

1 stop19h 45m

R23 274

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 593

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

22:20-23:20

1 stop40h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 22/2

22:30-16:35

1 stop27h 05m

R25 323

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

23:55-7:10

2 stops46h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 22/2

6:55-10:25

2 stops60h 30m

R31 940

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

14:35-9:25

3 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

0:30-3:55

2 stops36h 25m

R50 270

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 OR Tambo 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 2 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 2 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, Emirates and RwandAir from Johannesburg to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. 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
3 362 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 362 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 362 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 325 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 362 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7,8
Good
1 340 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 362 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 756 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 362 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
805 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 362 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at R19 119, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and RwandAir. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport are Qatar Airways (R11 054), Cathay Pacific (R12 295), and RwandAir (R12 727).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Dubai is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Singapore ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R1 063 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport. Doha comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). 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 OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 2 January 2025.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 395AverageR18 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 428AverageR19 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 469AverageR20 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR17 795AverageR20 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 956AverageR24 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 509AverageR24 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 685AverageR21 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR21 302AverageR25 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR23 028AverageR25 329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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