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$736+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$985
(Singapore Airlines)

One-way from

$736
(Etihad Airways)

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,269
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1312:35 amMEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/301:45 pmJNB - MEL
1 stop36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/11$985
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/235:10 pmMEL - JNB
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/118:20 amJNB - MEL
2 stops47h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12$1,032
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:25 pmMEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/2211:20 amJNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/10$1,151
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:15 pmMEL - JNB
1 stop32h 55mVirgin Australia
Tue 8/128:25 pmJNB - MEL
1 stop42h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/12$1,198
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:15 amMEL - JNB
1 stop32h 20mEmirates
Sun 12/710:20 pmJNB - MEL
1 stop34h 20mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$1,300
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/285:10 pmMEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 1/1212:45 pmJNB - MEL
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,371
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2512:05 pmMEL - JNB
3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/111:20 amJNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,395
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:20 pmMEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/610:00 amJNB - MEL
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,399
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/285:10 pmMEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Mon 1/124:50 pmJNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10$1,404
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:30 amMEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 6/296:45 pmJNB - MEL
1 stop15h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,559

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
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

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 11/13

12:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

1:45 pm-10:50 am

1 stop36h 05m

$985

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 7/23

5:10 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/11

8:20 am-3:35 pm

2 stops47h 15m

$1,032

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

2:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/22

11:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,151

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 7/23

3:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

8:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop42h 45m

$1,198

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 11/9

6:15 am-5:35 am

1 stop32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

10:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,300

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/28

5:10 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

12:45 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$1,371

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 7/25

12:05 pm-12:25 am

3 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

11:20 am-10:15 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,395

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 10/31

6:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

10:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,399

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/28

5:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

4:50 pm-5:55 am

2 stops28h 05m

$1,404

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 6/26

6:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/2

6:45 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$1,559

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 round-trip flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 $1,173). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Melbourne to Johannesburg. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $985 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Cathay Pacific, starting at $1,032 and $1,151 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $736 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $740 and $758, 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 vacation 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 $1,173). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to OR Tambo

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,089Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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