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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne from R10 392

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Apr 19 — Apr 261
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 34 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 (ME1). 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 14 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 693

One-way from

R10 392

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R21 261
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 8/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R40 137 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 526 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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 14 April 2025.

Thu 8/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 21/514:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/4R15 693
Wed 28/59:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/617:10MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R17 028
Thu 8/511:20JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/514:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R17 448
Sun 30/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Wed 31/127:00MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R19 316
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Thu 1/116:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 13/4R20 575
Sun 27/718:45JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 9/86:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/4R21 967
Tue 29/48:10JNB - MEL
2 stops29h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 20/514:50MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R22 100
Wed 28/513:25JNB - MEL
1 stop43h 15mEmirates
Wed 4/621:15MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 35mEmirates
Deal found 13/4R27 382
Sat 13/1219:05JNB - MEL
2 stops38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 31/1220:40MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/4R28 698
Mon 1/1219:35JNB - MEL
2 stops61h 35mLufthansa
Tue 30/120:35MEL - JNB
2 stops41h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 13/4R34 285
Sat 29/1113:10JNB - MEL
2 stops23h 45mAir Mauritius
Wed 31/129:15MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 10mAir Mauritius
Deal found 13/4R34 838
Tue 9/1212:45JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 30/120:30MEL - JNB
2 stops42h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 13/4R49 597

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

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

14:25-7:40

1 stop25h 15m

R15 693

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

9:50-15:35

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

17:10-8:20

1 stop23h 10m

R17 028

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

11:20-23:35

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

14:25-7:40

1 stop25h 15m

R17 448

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/4

13:55-16:50

1 stop42h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

9:10-16:10

2 stops39h 00m

R20 918

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 9/8

6:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

R21 967

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

13:25-16:40

1 stop43h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

21:15-20:50

1 stop31h 35m

R27 382

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

17:55-20:25

2 stops65h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

20:40-10:50

2 stops47h 10m

R54 288

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

14:30-8:10

3 stops33h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

13:25-13:05

3 stops31h 40m

R56 023

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

18:45-18:35

1 stop15h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 12/6

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

R66 167

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

16:50-16:50

2 stops40h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 12/6

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

R68 246

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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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is 34 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?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne 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 14 April 2025.

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

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 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 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 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, 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 14 April 2025.

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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 round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific (R15 693), Etihad Airways (R17 028), and Qatar Airways (R20 918) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R10 392 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R10 812 and Qantas Airways from R12 814 one-way.

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

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

    Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 11,0 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R273 per day.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne 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 14 April 2025.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 006AverageR19 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 504AverageR18 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 674AverageR18 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 926AverageR22 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR17 676AverageR20 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR18 212AverageR24 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 733AverageR20 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR21 987AverageR26 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR23 922AverageR27 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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