Cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg from $727

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18:25 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
32h 10m
1 stop
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19:50 - 07:25
JNB
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MEL
27h 35m
1 stop
$1,201Singapore Airlines
Mon, 20 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug
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05:55 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
20h 40m
1 stop
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19:50 - 07:25
JNB
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MEL
27h 35m
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$1,255Singapore Airlines
Fri, 31 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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05:55 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
20h 40m
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19:50 - 04:40
JNB
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MEL
24h 50m
1 stop
$1,276Singapore Airlines
Fri, 31 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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05:55 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
20h 40m
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19:50 - 11:00
JNB
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MEL
31h 10m
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$1,279Singapore Airlines
Fri, 31 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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05:55 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
20h 40m
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Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 17:10
JNB
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MEL
37h 20m
1 stop
$1,305Singapore Airlines
Wed, 22 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
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23:35 - 18:35
MEL
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JNB
27h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 11:00
JNB
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MEL
31h 10m
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$1,323Singapore Airlines
Sun, 2 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug
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18:20 - 08:20
MEL
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
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14:55 - 05:55
JNB
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MEL
30h 00m
1 stop
$1,429Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr
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06:00 - 16:25
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JNB
18h 25m
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18:45 - 22:50
JNB
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AVV
20h 05m
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$1,924Qantas Airways
Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 4 May
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06:00 - 16:25
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$1,931Qantas Airways
Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
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18:45 - 22:50
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$1,975Qantas Airways
Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 14 May

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
20 July
MEL18:25Melbourne
32h 10m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
8 Aug
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m
1 stop
MEL07:25Melbourne
$1,201
Singapore Airlines
31 July
MEL05:55Melbourne
20h 40m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
11 Aug
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m
1 stop
MEL07:25Melbourne
$1,255
Singapore Airlines
31 July
MEL05:55Melbourne
20h 40m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
11 Aug
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 50m
1 stop
MEL04:40Melbourne
$1,276

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Qantas Airways
16 Apr
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
18h 25m
1 stop
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
4 May
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m
1 stop
AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon
$1,924
Qantas Airways
1 June
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
18h 25m
1 stop
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
15 June
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m
1 stop
AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon
$1,931
Qantas Airways
12 Mar
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
18h 00m
1 stop
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
14 May
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m
1 stop
AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon
$1,975

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

18:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

19:50-07:25

1 stop27h 35m

$1,201

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

19:50-07:25

1 stop27h 35m

$1,255

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

19:50-04:40

1 stop24h 50m

$1,276

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,279

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

19:50-17:10

1 stop37h 20m

$1,305

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,323

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

14:55-05:55

1 stop30h 00m

$1,429

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 16/4

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$1,924

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 1/6

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$1,931

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 12/3

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$1,975

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,305, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of February, then departing from Melbourne during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,425.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,633 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne for as low as $1,343 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

18h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 18h 00m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
  • How far is Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is 10312.6 km away from Melbourne. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $759Free cancellationRating
7.6
445 reviews
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7.6
1,179 reviews
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7.3
1,416 reviews
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8.2
1,463 reviews
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7.4
3,742 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,410Free cancellationRating
7.2
962 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom $1,418Free cancellationRating
7.5
56 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,537Free cancellationRating
7.5
998 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,545Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,534 reviews
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