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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 708

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
May 26 — Jun 21
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday 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 (MEL) 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 21 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 411

One-way from

R10 708

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 059
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R58 962 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R15 510 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 21 May 2025.

Sun 5/106:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/109:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R18 411
Thu 31/723:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/819:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/5R18 699
Sun 5/1013:30MEL - JNB
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/109:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R19 725
Tue 17/623:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 24/611:20JNB - MEL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/5R21 686
Sat 4/1015:15MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 05mRwandAir
Sun 19/103:10JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 19/5R22 154
Sun 5/1013:05MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mEmirates
Tue 21/1010:05JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 30mEmirates
Deal found 20/5R23 090
Mon 2/66:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 18/718:45JNB - MEL
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/5R23 342
Sat 30/816:10MEL - JNB
2 stops32h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 29/93:10JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R25 538
Fri 19/1219:25MEL - JNB
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 16/114:30JNB - MEL
2 stops35h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R30 217
Fri 14/1111:05MEL - JNB
2 stops43h 55mKLM
Sun 30/1123:55JNB - MEL
3 stops47h 00mKLM
Deal found 20/5R41 321
Fri 22/820:00MEL - JNB
2 stops67h 40mAir China
Mon 15/910:10JNB - MEL
2 stops44h 25mAir China
Deal found 21/5R44 039

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

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Melbourne

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

6:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

9:50-16:35

1 stop21h 45m

R18 411

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/8

19:50-4:20

1 stop24h 30m

R18 699

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

13:30-8:20

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

9:50-16:35

1 stop21h 45m

R19 725

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

23:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

11:20-11:15

1 stop39h 55m

R21 686

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 4/10

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

3:10-0:10

2 stops36h 00m

R22 154

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

13:05-10:15

2 stops30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

10:05-6:35

2 stops35h 30m

R23 090

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/7

18:45-21:05

1 stop18h 20m

R23 342

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

16:10-16:10

2 stops32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

3:10-23:10

2 stops36h 00m

R25 538

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

11:05-22:00

2 stops43h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

23:55-7:55

3 stops47h 00m

R41 321

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 22/8

20:00-7:40

2 stops67h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

10:10-14:35

2 stops44h 25m

R44 039

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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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 16 May 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 11 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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 21 May 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight at midday.

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 21 May 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 298 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 346 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
872 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
841 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 238 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R18 411, Etihad Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport 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 Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R18 699 and R21 686, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 708. Users have also found prices from R11 050 and R13 048 on Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • 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 Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 214AverageR20 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 310AverageR20 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR20 199AverageR24 851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 047AverageR24 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR21 382AverageR26 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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