JNB - MEL

$568 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne departing on 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Johannesburg to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$921
Typical prices: $844-$1,044
Cathay Pacific
Fri 3/13Sun 3/22
JNB - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$568
Typical prices: $537-$680
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/4
JNB - MEL • 1 stop
When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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November
Cheapest • 9% price drop
December
Most popular
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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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 am - 7:10 am
JNB
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MEL
35h 10m1 stop
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8:35 am - 7:25 am
MEL
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JNB
31h 50m2 stops
$921Cathay Pacific
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
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11:20 am - 10:15 pm
JNB
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MEL
26h 55m1 stop
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9:00 am - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
30h 40m2 stops
$924Cathay Pacific
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
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11:20 am - 11:15 am
JNB
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MEL
39h 55m1 stop
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9:00 am - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
30h 40m2 stops
$925Cathay Pacific
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
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11:20 am - 11:15 am
JNB
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MEL
39h 55m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
9:00 am - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
30h 40m2 stops
$929Cathay Pacific
Fri, Mar 27 - Thu, Apr 30
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11:00 am - 1:20 pm
JNB
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MEL
41h 20m2 stops
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2:25 pm - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
25h 15m1 stop
$933Cathay Pacific
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
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11:20 am - 1:40 pm
JNB
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MEL
42h 20m2 stops
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7:00 am - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
32h 40m2 stops
$973Cathay Pacific
Fri, Mar 27 - Thu, Apr 30
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11:00 am - 1:20 pm
JNB
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MEL
41h 20m2 stops
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7:00 am - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
32h 40m2 stops
$975Cathay Pacific
Fri, Mar 27 - Thu, Apr 30
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11:00 am - 1:20 pm
JNB
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MEL
41h 20m2 stops
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7:00 am - 7:40 am
MEL
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JNB
32h 40m2 stops
$976Cathay Pacific
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22
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11:00 am - 1:20 pm
JNB
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MEL
41h 20m2 stops
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6:00 am - 7:25 am
MEL
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JNB
34h 25m2 stops
$978Cathay Pacific
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22
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11:00 am - 8:05 am
JNB
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MEL
36h 05m2 stops
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10:00 am - 7:25 am
MEL
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JNB
30h 25m2 stops
$980Cathay Pacific
Booking Insights

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 March.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Johannesburg to Melbourne, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from Melbourne back to Johannesburg, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

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 November, where tickets cost $946 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,232 and $1,209 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 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$568
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport was $568 for a one-way ticket and $921 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.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 947 reviews
8.1Crew
7.5Comfort
7.2Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
Airline reviews

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

2.0 MediocreGerard, Nov 2025
CBR - BNE
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Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

Everything you need to know for your flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Johannesburg (JNB)
Melbourne (MEL)