Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, South African and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Johannesburg according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Melbourne

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Melbourne?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,603 to $2,092. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,383.

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11:00 - 07:10

JNB

MEL

35h 10m1 stop

08:35 - 07:25

MEL

JNB

31h 50m2 stops

$1,383Cathay Pacific

Fri, 13 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

11:20 - 22:15

JNB

MEL

26h 55m1 stop

09:00 - 07:40

MEL

JNB

30h 40m2 stops

$1,388Cathay Pacific

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May

11:20 - 11:15

JNB

MEL

39h 55m1 stop

09:00 - 07:40

MEL

JNB

30h 40m2 stops

$1,395Cathay Pacific

Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May

11:00 - 13:20

JNB

MEL

41h 20m2 stops

14:25 - 07:40

MEL

JNB

25h 15m1 stop

$1,401Cathay Pacific

Fri, 27 Mar - Thu, 30 Apr

12:45 - 05:45

JNB

MEL

32h 00m1 stop

16:10 - 15:35

MEL

JNB

32h 25m1 stop

$1,427Qatar Airways

Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

11:00 - 07:35

JNB

MEL

35h 35m2 stops

06:30 - 07:25

MEL

JNB

33h 55m2 stops

$1,439Cathay Pacific

Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

09:50 - 17:00

JNB

MEL

22h 10m1 stop

18:20 - 08:20

MEL

JNB

23h 00m1 stop

$1,452Etihad Airways

Fri, 6 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

18:45 - 22:50

JNB

AVV

20h 05m1 stop

06:00 - 16:25

AVV

JNB

18h 25m1 stop

$1,709Qantas Airways

Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May

18:45 - 22:50

JNB

AVV

20h 05m1 stop

06:00 - 16:25

AVV

JNB

18h 25m1 stop

$1,721Qantas Airways

Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May

17:30 - 23:15

JNB

AVV

20h 45m1 stop

06:00 - 18:50

AVV

JNB

21h 50m2 stops

$2,052Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Etihad Airways

6 Feb

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

3 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,452

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Etihad Airways

6 Feb

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

7 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,482

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Etihad Airways

7 Feb

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

3 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,675

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Turkish Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Turkish Airlines

4 Feb

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

60h 55m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

2 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

49h 30m

2 stops

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,567

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Turkish Airlines

1 Feb

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

60h 55m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

2 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

49h 30m

2 stops

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,589

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Turkish Airlines

1 Feb

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

60h 55m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

7 Mar

MEL18:20Melbourne

49h 30m

2 stops

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,613

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:00-07:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

08:35-07:25

2 stops31h 50m

$1,383

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

09:00-07:40

2 stops30h 40m

$1,388

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:20-11:15

1 stop39h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

09:00-07:40

2 stops30h 40m

$1,395

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

11:00-13:20

2 stops41h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

14:25-07:40

1 stop25h 15m

$1,401

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

12:45-05:45

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

$1,427

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-07:35

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

06:30-07:25

2 stops33h 55m

$1,439

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

$1,452

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$1,709

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$1,721

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 20/2

06:00-18:50

2 stops21h 50m

$2,052

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Melbourne?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,421. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of November, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,428.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,606. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $1,858.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the morning. Flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,493. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,934. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,554 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg for as low as $1,424 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	17h 30m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne takes 17h 30m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Melbourne.

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How far is Johannesburg to Melbourne by plane?
Johannesburg and Melbourne are 10320.7 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 17h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,053	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,412 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,116	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,183	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,201	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,331 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,239	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,677 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,461	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 48 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,768	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,434 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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