JNB - MEL

$541 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 4/15. 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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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$915
Overall average: $990
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/6Wed 5/13
JNB - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$541
Typical prices: $561-$769
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/15
JNB - MEL • 1 stop
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Qatar Airways
Cheapest • from $915 (round-trip)
Qantas Airways
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg and Melbourne. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Doha (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,085 (round-trip)
Sydney (SYD)
Shortest trip • 15h 41m (one-way)
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 12% 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Melbourne

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 4:55 am
JNB
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MEL
30h 10m
1 stop
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3:45 pm - 4:10 pm
MEL
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JNB
32h 25m
1 stop
$915Qatar Airways
Sat, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 15
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2:45 pm - 4:55 am
JNB
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MEL
30h 10m
1 stop
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10:45 pm - 3:20 pm
MEL
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JNB
24h 35m
1 stop
$930Qatar Airways
Sat, May 23 - Sun, May 31
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2:45 pm - 4:55 am
JNB
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MEL
30h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:45 pm - 8:50 am
MEL
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JNB
25h 05m
1 stop
$946Qatar Airways
Sun, May 3 - Tue, Jun 2
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$988Etihad Airways
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 27
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$989Etihad Airways
Wed, May 6 - Thu, Jun 4
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$991Etihad Airways
Sun, May 3 - Sat, Jun 6
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$1,009Etihad Airways
Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Oct 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$1,011Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Oct 2
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$1,013Etihad Airways
Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Oct 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 3:50 pm
JNB
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MEL
22h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 8:20 am
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
$1,033Etihad Airways
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.

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 $911 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,215 and $1,129 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 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$541
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% 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 $541 for a one-way ticket and $915 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.
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7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1009 reviews
7.2Entertainment
8.1Crew
7.0Food
7.4Comfort
7.7Boarding
Airline reviews

This was the worst flight I’ve been on. Getting on the plane where is was 30 degrees outside was hotter on board cabin must’ve been 33 degrees. This is a health hazard. They cannot be doing this to save on fuel. People could die from this!!. Fans and a/c was, off entertainment was off. Poor excuse given. Crew made the excuse that the system didn’t have enough power. They basically were operating on one engine to save on jet fuel till 3 hours later on cruising altitude and they then started the second engine. And finally the cabin was cooled. On a 7hour red eye flight this made it so uncomfortable and impossible to sleep.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Mar 2026
SIN - MEL
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This was the worst flight I’ve been on. Getting on the plane where is was 30 degrees outside was hotter on board cabin must’ve been 33 degrees. This is a health hazard. They cannot be doing this to save on fuel. People could die from this!!. Fans and a/c was, off entertainment was off. Poor excuse given. Crew made the excuse that the system didn’t have enough power. They basically were operating on one engine to save on jet fuel till 3 hours later on cruising altitude and they then started the second engine. And finally the cabin was cooled. On a 7hour red eye flight this made it so uncomfortable and impossible to sleep.

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

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

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Johannesburg (JNB)
Melbourne (MEL)