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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport from R10 965

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Feb 9 — Feb 161
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, 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 4 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 872

One-way from

R10 965

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 798
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 29/4-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R32 752 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 051 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 February 2025.

Tue 29/411:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 20/523:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/2R17 872
Mon 3/313:20JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/323:30MEL - JNB
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R17 910
Mon 3/313:20JNB - MEL
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 25/318:10MEL - JNB
2 stops29h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/2R18 118
Fri 16/59:55JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 23/520:45MEL - JNB
2 stops67h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/2R18 288
Wed 19/217:15JNB - MEL
1 stop15h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 2/66:15MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/2R20 364
Wed 19/33:10JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 35mRwandAir
Thu 27/317:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 2/2R21 590
Thu 20/313:25JNB - MEL
2 stops31h 15mEmirates
Thu 27/322:30MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 55mEmirates
Deal found 2/2R25 478
Thu 15/517:50JNB - MEL
2 stops41h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 24/520:50MEL - JNB
2 stops45h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2R26 818
Fri 7/213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop30h 55mSingapore Airlines
Thu 6/30:35MEL - JNB
1 stop38h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2R28 554
Thu 15/514:30JNB - MEL
2 stops32h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/518:25MEL - JNB
2 stops26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R34 141
Tue 29/419:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 20/513:25MEL - JNB
3 stops31h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/2R49 447
Sat 17/518:50JNB - MEL
2 stops52h 35mKLM
Fri 23/510:20MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 00mKLM
Deal found 2/2R64 394

Find flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 4 February 2025.

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/4

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

23:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

R17 872

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

13:20-23:45

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

23:30-8:10

2 stops41h 40m

R17 910

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

13:20-23:45

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

18:10-14:40

2 stops29h 30m

R18 118

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

9:55-15:50

1 stop21h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

20:45-8:35

2 stops67h 50m

R18 288

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

17:15-17:35

1 stop15h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

6:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

R20 364

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

3:10-23:45

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 27/3

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

R21 590

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

13:25-5:40

2 stops31h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 27/3

22:30-10:25

1 stop44h 55m

R25 478

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

17:50-18:55

2 stops41h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

20:50-10:35

2 stops45h 45m

R26 818

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

13:45-18:10

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 24/3

0:35-6:10

1 stop38h 35m

R30 083

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

14:30-7:25

2 stops32h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

18:25-13:05

2 stops26h 40m

R34 141

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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 31 January 2025.

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 4 February 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 4 February 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 314 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 711 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
827 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 314 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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?

    Cathay Pacific, at R17 872, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport for 20% 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 South African (R11 512), RwandAir (R14 004), and Qantas Airways (R39 972).

  • 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, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by travelling 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R664 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 4 February 2025.
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 488AverageR19 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 574AverageR18 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 242AverageR19 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR17 822AverageR20 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR18 026AverageR24 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 551AverageR20 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 700AverageR24 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RwandAirCheapestR21 385AverageR26 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR23 109AverageR25 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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