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Cheapest round-trip
$908
Typical prices: $992-$1,194
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/9Mon 9/14
JNB - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$495
Typical prices: $639-$789
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/29
JNB - MEL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg and Melbourne. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $767 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 35m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne (JNB-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
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2:05 pm - 10:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:10 pm - 9:10 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$908Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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2:05 pm - 10:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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11:45 pm - 8:40 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$957Qatar Airways
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 13
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8:20 pm - 5:45 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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5:10 pm - 8:40 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$975Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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5:10 pm - 3:35 pmMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$998Qatar Airways
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:20 pm - 5:45 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:10 pm - 8:40 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,001Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
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2:05 pm - 10:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:45 pm - 9:10 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
48h 25m2 stops Perth Doha Hamad Intl
$1,027Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
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9:25 am - 10:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
28h 40m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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4:10 pm - 9:10 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,048Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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8:55 pm - 8:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
39h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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11:45 pm - 8:40 amMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,051Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:45 pm - 9:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
18h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Adelaide
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6:00 am - 4:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,428Qantas Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:45 pm - 7:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
16h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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8:10 pm - 4:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 15m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,481Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Melbourne Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually cost between $950 and $1,185 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $908 on Qatar Airways (Sep 9-Sep 14).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost $902 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,258 and $1,204 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$495
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Melbourne flights

  • Does Johannesburg Airport have an airport lounge I can use?

    Yes. Johannesburg Airport has a wide variety of airport lounges that you can access by purchasing a ticket on the door or buy booking a slot for yourself online before you fly. Prices start at around R 250 (around A$ 23) for the more economical lounges, such as the Bidvest Lounge, up to around R 450 (around A$ 40) for the premier lounges, such as the Bidvest Premier Lounge. You'll get complimentary food, drinks, and high-speed Wi-Fi in all the lounges, but the more expensive ones also provide shower facilities.

  • Can I fly direct from Johannesburg Airport (JNB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Unfortunately, there aren't any direct routes between Johannesburg and Melbourne. However, several airlines have routes with only one stop. Qatar Airways has routes from Johannesburg to Melbourne with one stop in Doha (DOH), and Singapore Airlines has frequent routes with one stop in Singapore (SIN). If you fly with Emirates, you can have the option to stop in Dubai International Airport (DXB).

  • I have an early-morning flight. Is there a hotel near Johannesburg Airport so I can stay and fly?

    Yes, there are plenty of options. Intercontinental Hotel Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 70 m from the terminal (easy walking distance), and you can also walk to City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport (above the airport's multi-floor car park). Southern Sun OR Tambo Airport is 500 m away, and has a free 24/7 shuttle, which departs every 15min from the bus/shuttle terminal. You'll be able to find the bus/shuttle terminal by following signs for "Public Transport" from inside the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport was $495 for a one-way ticket and $908 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Johannesburg and Melbourne?

    A passport is required to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline. Booking your flights between Johannesburg and MEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport

  • At Johannesburg Airport (JNB), there are porters available and on-hand to help you with your bags for a recommended minimum fee of R 10 (A$ 0.91) per bag.
  • If you need to change money for your trip, you can do it at the airport; Johannesburg Airport has five banks and three Currency Exchange desks.
  • You can book both your flight to Melbourne (MEL) and your rental car for your onward journey from the airport on KAYAK. When you land, there are walkways from all of the terminals to the rental car desks; they're located directly opposite Terminal 2.

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