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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport from £796

JNB — MEL
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Wed 14/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Thu 7/116:10 -
1 stop44h 45m
Deal found 8/9£796
Thu 22/1017:55 -
2 stops54h 55m
Thu 29/1018:20 -
2 stops37h 05m
Deal found 7/9£812
Mon 16/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Thu 10/1216:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 8/9£842
Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop24h 00m
Tue 27/1023:40 -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 10/9£845
Mon 23/1113:45 -
1 stop24h 35m
Mon 30/1117:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 9/9£872

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Round-trip from

£796

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£790
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/10-7/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:05-23:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

23:40-15:15

1 stop24h 35m

£845

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

22:20-23:20

1 stop40h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

16:55-05:35

2 stops45h 40m

£1,044

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

13:30-06:30

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

16:55-05:35

2 stops45h 40m

£1,051
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

13:40-05:45

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£1,163

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

19:10-06:35

2 stops50h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

13:05-16:15

2 stops36h 10m

£1,182

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

09:25-23:05

3 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

13:00-08:40

2 stops28h 40m

£1,228

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

13:45-07:25

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£1,357

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

18:35-07:30

2 stops52h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£1,692

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

20:20-06:20

2 stops49h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£1,722

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/1

20:20-06:20

2 stops49h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£1,722

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £699). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £937). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between £722 and £910 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £796 on Qatar Airways (14 Oct–7 Jan).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
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Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

DOH - BNE

It would be nice if the vegetarian meal option wasn't always tomato pasta. There are great middle eastern and Asian dishes.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in 24h. Fly via Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 6408 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip from £672. Qatar Airways is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £699). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £937). 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 OR Tambo to Melbourne

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£672Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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