Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, South African and Etihad Airways 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 38% 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 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 July 2026, 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.

$689 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne in 2026

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 $1,505 to $1,828. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,342.

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13:45 - 17:50

JNB

MEL

43h 05m

1 stop

23:40 - 15:35

MEL

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

$1,342Qatar Airways

Sun, 25 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

20:55 - 22:05

JNB

MEL

41h 10m

1 stop

23:40 - 15:35

MEL

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

$1,399Qatar Airways

Tue, 4 Aug - Sat, 31 Oct

14:05 - 22:05

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MEL

24h 00m

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16:10 - 09:10

MEL

JNB

25h 00m

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$1,417Qatar Airways

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

14:05 - 22:05

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24h 00m

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16:10 - 09:10

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25h 00m

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$1,424Qatar Airways

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

14:05 - 22:05

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24h 00m

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16:10 - 09:10

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JNB

25h 00m

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$1,427Qatar Airways

Thu, 6 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

18:45 - 22:50

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AVV

20h 05m

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08:10 - 15:00

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39h 50m

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$1,991Qantas Airways

Mon, 27 Jul - Sun, 25 Oct

18:45 - 22:50

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20h 05m

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06:00 - 16:25

AVV

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18h 25m

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$2,226Qantas Airways

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

18:45 - 20:20

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AVV

17h 35m

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06:00 - 16:25

AVV

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19h 25m

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$2,227Qantas Airways

Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

18:45 - 20:20

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17h 35m

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20:55 - 16:25

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28h 30m

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$2,229Qantas Airways

Sat, 19 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

18:45 - 22:50

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AVV

20h 05m

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10:30 - 20:05

AVV

JNB

42h 35m

2 stops

$2,534Multiple Airlines

Thu, 17 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

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Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Qatar Airways

25 Oct

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 05m

1 stop

MEL17:50Melbourne

5 Nov

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,342

Qatar Airways

4 Aug

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 10m

1 stop

MEL22:05Melbourne

31 Oct

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,399

Qatar Airways

10 Aug

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 00m

1 stop

MEL22:05Melbourne

17 Aug

MEL16:10Melbourne

25h 00m

1 stop

JNB09:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,416

Emirates flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Emirates

13 Oct

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 10m

1 stop

MEL06:30Melbourne

28 Oct

MEL22:30Melbourne

31h 05m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,796

Emirates

30 July

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 10m

3 stops

MEL05:30Melbourne

3 Aug

MEL05:15Melbourne

47h 10m

3 stops

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$10,338

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Sun 25/10

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1 stop43h 05m

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Thu 5/11

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1 stop24h 55m

$1,342

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

20:55-22:05

1 stop41h 10m

Melbourne

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23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

$1,399

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16:10-09:10

1 stop25h 00m

$1,416

JohannesburgMelbourne

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

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16:10-09:10

1 stop25h 00m

$1,424

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

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16:10-09:10

1 stop25h 00m

$1,427

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 25/10

08:10-15:00

1 stop39h 50m

$1,991

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 17/8

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

$2,226

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 7/10

06:00-16:25

1 stop19h 25m

$2,227

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

18:45-20:20

1 stop17h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 9/10

20:55-16:25

1 stop28h 30m

$2,229

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 5/10

10:30-20:05

2 stops42h 35m

$2,534

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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, February 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 $1,288. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,365.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 $1,524 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 $1,428 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	17h 25m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Melbourne takes 17h 25m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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 25m.
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 July 2026, 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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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,002	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,573 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,114	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,415 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,145	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,479 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,264	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,345	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,062 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,436	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,686	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,629 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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