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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.RM3,450 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,450, select.
Melbourne.RM3,619 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,619, select.
Melbourne.RM3,654 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,654, select.
Melbourne.RM3,815 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,815, select.
Melbourne.RM3,878 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,878, select.
Melbourne.RM4,116 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,116, select.
Melbourne.RM4,146 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,146, select.
Melbourne.RM4,179 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Mar, returning Tue, 18 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 18 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,179, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Mar
from RM4,179
Apr
from RM4,229
May
from RM3,654
Jun
from RM4,213
Jul
from RM4,194
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Sep
from RM4,116
Oct
from RM4,350
Nov
from RM3,450
Dec
from RM4,881
Jan
from RM4,400

Alternative Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM3,450
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne is RM3,462. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,450.
As of February 2025, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Melbourne is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from RM3,462.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Melbourne on Monday, 3 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Melbourne is 9 hours ahead of Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from JNB to Melbourne.

  • During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from JNB to Melbourne. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you have a passport from South Africa, you will need an e-visa to enter Australia. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.

  • JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to JNB:

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Melbourne

  • RM2,297 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts from RM3,462. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To find cheap tickets from JNB to Melbourne, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from JNB to Melbourne. You don't need to look every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 42 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • As soon as your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to lay your head just a quick drive from AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from JNB to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne. July is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from JNB to Melbourne sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

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