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Cheapest return fare
R19 922
Typical prices: R20 220-R28 851
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/11Tue 1/12
MEL - JNB • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 524
Typical prices: R10 025-R12 524
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/11
MEL - JNB • 3 stops
Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and OR Tambo. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Singapore (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg R20 787 (return)
Sydney (SYD)
Shortest trip • 17h 30m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 24% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg (MEL-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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13:25 - 13:30MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 05m3 stops Singapore Changi Chennai Addis Ababa Bole
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20:20 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
42h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R19 922Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 13
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16:10 - 8:40MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 17:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
43h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R20 115Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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13:10 - 10:25MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
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20:20 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
42h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R20 147Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Mar 9
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16:20 - 6:10MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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13:40 - 12:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
37h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
R20 486Singapore Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Sun, Feb 28
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7:00 - 6:10MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
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13:40 - 12:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
37h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
R20 486Singapore Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29
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23:45 - 4:00MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R20 534Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 17
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5:15 - 20:35MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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10:05 - 5:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
35h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R24 612Emirates
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 17
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5:15 - 20:35MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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19:10 - 5:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
26h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R24 918Emirates
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 - 15:00MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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17:55 - 19:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
16h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R26 917Qantas Airways
Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Feb 6
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8:45 - 18:25MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m1 stop Perth
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17:55 - 19:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
16h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R30 785Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to OR Tambo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne Airport usually cost between R18 455 and R24 797 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R19 857 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 11–Nov 1).

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

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost R15 715 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R28 126 and R23 403 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

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R11 524
Best time to beat the crowds (25% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg

When to book flights from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg flights

  • Are there banking and currency exchange services at OR Tambo Airport?

    Cash machines and ATMs at OR Tambo Airport are open 24h. However, it would be wise to notify your bank ahead of your trip as withdrawal limits and bank fees may apply. Travellers can find full banking services at Terminal A, Arrivals. Exchange services can also be found in the Arrivals Area.

  • Is there public transport from OR Tambo to downtown Johannesburg?

    OR Tambo is the main airport in South Africa. The main transfer options from the airport to various destinations in Johannesburg include a train network and taxis. A taxi ride from the airport to the city centre takes around 40min and costs approximately R 658.43 (A$ 59.35). Travelling from the airport to downtown Johannesburg using the metro system takes roughly 20min, and a one-way ticket costs around R 181.99 (A$ 16.41).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was R11 524 for a one-way ticket and R19 857 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    On your way to Johannesburg, you’ll fly out from Melbourne. You’ll be landing at Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg, Singapore Airlines or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg are Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of R16 832 and an overall rating of 8,2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R31 686 and an overall rating of 7,5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • Freshen up with a shower before taking a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). There are free shower facilities in Terminal 2, Departure Level, just beyond the Duty-Free area. However, bring your toiletries and towel with you or purchase a kit near the security checkpoint.
  • Mobile charging stations are available throughout Melbourne Airport. Charging areas in Terminal 3 are located after the security checkpoint, between Gate 7 and Gate 9. Passengers using Terminal 4 can charge their devices after security, near the main food court.
  • There are no direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to OR Tambo Airport (JNB). However, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways operate one-stop, and some multi-stop, flights to OR Tambo from Melbourne Airport via Doha, Abu Dhabi and Cairo.
  • The Aspire Lounge in OR Tambo International Airport is open to all passengers, including arriving passengers, regardless of their airline and flight ticket. A wide variety of beverages and food are available at this lounge; it is the perfect place to unwind after a long, tiresome flight from Melbourne.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Melbourne to OR Tambo

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL)
OR Tambo (JNB)