Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways and South African 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 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 6 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, Singapore Airlines, 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 September 2026, there are 6 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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14:05 - 23:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

23:40 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,227Qatar Airways

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

14:05 - 23:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

23:40 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,236Qatar Airways

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

18:50 - 17:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

61h 10m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:20 - 11:00MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

49h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul

$1,391Turkish Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

18:50 - 06:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

50h 40m2 stops Istanbul Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

18:20 - 22:25MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul

$1,439Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

17:55 - 07:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AVV Melbourne Avalon

28h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 15:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,743Qantas Airways

Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

17:55 - 09:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AVV Melbourne Avalon

30h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

10:20 - 15:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,761Qantas Airways

Mon, 1 Mar - Fri, 5 Mar

22:20 - 06:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

46h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

22:30 - 16:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,961Emirates

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

22:20 - 06:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

46h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

16:55 - 20:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl

$1,965Emirates

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

20:25 - 12:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

30h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

10:35 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$2,198Singapore Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

13:40 - 08:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

33h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Adelaide

12:10 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 00m2 stops Adelaide Singapore Changi

$6,367Singapore Airlines

Fri, 15 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb

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10:05 - 09:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

39h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Adelaide

05:15 - 20:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$6,501Emirates

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

10:05 - 09:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

39h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Adelaide

05:15 - 20:35MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$6,527Emirates

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

18:35 - 22:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

43h 30m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

16:10 - 20:30MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl

$6,767Qatar Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

13:55 - 22:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

48h 10m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

16:10 - 20:30MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl

$6,774Qatar Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

18:45 - 20:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

17h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 16:25MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$6,862Qantas Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

18:45 - 20:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

17h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 16:25MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$6,865Qantas Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

20:25 - 07:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

27h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

18:25 - 19:20MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$7,547Singapore Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

20:25 - 07:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

27h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

18:25 - 19:20MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$7,581Singapore Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

11:10 - 11:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

40h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

07:25 - 07:55MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$7,964Cathay Pacific

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

08:20 - 15:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

47h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

17:20 - 13:30MEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole

$9,627Ethiopian Air

Thu, 17 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

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Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Qatar Airways

22 Oct

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 00m

1 stop

MEL23:05Melbourne

29 Oct

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,227

Qatar Airways

21 Oct

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 00m

1 stop

MEL23:05Melbourne

28 Oct

MEL23:40Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,236

Qatar Airways

13 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

15 Dec

MEL17:10Melbourne

43h 45m

1 stop

JNB03:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,241

Singapore Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne

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Singapore Airlines

22 Sept

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL04:40Melbourne

1 Oct

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 55m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$7,503

Singapore Airlines

15 Sept

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:25Melbourne

1 Oct

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 55m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$7,547

Singapore Airlines

15 Sept

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:25Melbourne

1 Oct

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 55m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$7,581

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

14:05-23:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 29/10

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

$1,227

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

14:05-23:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

$1,236

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

18:50-17:00

2 stops61h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

18:20-11:00

2 stops49h 40m

$1,390

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

18:50-06:30

2 stops50h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

18:20-22:25

2 stops37h 05m

$1,439

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AVV Melbourne Avalon

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

17:55-07:35

1 stop28h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 12/11

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

$1,743

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AVV Melbourne Avalon

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/3

17:55-09:45

1 stop30h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 5/3

10:20-15:00

1 stop37h 40m

$1,761

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

22:20-06:15

2 stops46h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

22:30-16:35

1 stop27h 05m

$1,961

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

22:20-06:15

2 stops46h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

16:55-20:35

2 stops36h 40m

$1,965

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

20:25-12:00

1 stop30h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

10:35-06:10

1 stop28h 35m

$2,198

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

13:40-08:00

2 stops33h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 4/2

12:10-06:10

2 stops27h 00m

$6,367

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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 $1,329 to $1,761.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,227.

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 $1,322. 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 $1,364.

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 $1,509 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 $1,421 on momondo.

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Best price found	$870
Fastest flight time	17h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is $870. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,227.

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

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

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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 September 2026, there are 6 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
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,098	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,535 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,178	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,600 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,269	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,309	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,093 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,411	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 65 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,641	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,654 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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