Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Virgin Australia
Tue., 21 Jan. - Fri., 21 Feb.
MEL
Tullamarine
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
AU$1,857 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,857
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue., 21 Jan. from Tullamarine to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Fri., 21 Feb., priced at AU$1,857 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri., 24 Jan. - Fri., 21 Feb.
MEL
Tullamarine
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
AU$1,904 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,904
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri., 24 Jan. from Tullamarine to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Fri., 21 Feb., priced at AU$1,904 found 2 days ago
South African Airways
Tue., 21 Jan. - Sat., 15 Feb.
MEL
Tullamarine
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
AU$1,910 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,910
Return
found 2 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Tue., 21 Jan. from Tullamarine to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Sat., 15 Feb., priced at AU$1,910 found 2 days ago
Rwandair
Tue., 21 Jan. - Tue., 18 Feb.
MEL
Tullamarine
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
AU$1,919 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,919
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Tue., 21 Jan. from Tullamarine to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Tue., 18 Feb., priced at AU$1,919 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Wed., 22 Jan. - Mon., 17 Feb.
AVV
Avalon
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
AU$1,932 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,932
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed., 22 Jan. from Avalon to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Mon., 17 Feb., priced at AU$1,932 found 2 days ago

Best Day to Book Flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Melbourne to Johannesburg Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to Johannesburg flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to JNB routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
JNB
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
AU$1,857

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
The better organised you are for your flight of about 20 hours and 19 minutes, the easier it’ll be. A top-quality neck pillow, noise-cancelling headphones and a spare set of clothes should come on board with you when heading from Melbourne to Kempton Park.
What airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Unfortunately, you can’t fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to JNB. However, Qantas, Singapore Airlines and Iberia will get you there with only one stopover.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Johannesburg ,
South Africa
IATA code:
JNB
Longitude:
28.245999
Latitude:
-26.139164
Time zone:
Africa/Johannesburg
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to Johannesburg Flight Deals from AU$1,857

Considering a quick trip to Johannesburg, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from MEL to JNB. With heaps of cheap fares from Melbourne, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Johannesburg from Melbourne from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Johannesburg in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$1,857 and rising to AU$1,932 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg today!  

Find cheap airfares to Johannesburg from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and Johannesburg
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in January)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$173 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,461 reviews)
"Convenient to O.R. Tambo."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$189 per night from 27 Dec to 28 Dec
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,421 reviews)
Good hotel for solo travelers
"The hotel is nice and close to the airport & the shuttle to & from the airport is very efficient and convenient. The staff are friendly, helpful & professional at the hotel & the hotel has most of the amenities needed for a solo traveler on business or for travelers on layover. My main critique is ..."

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
Opposite Int'l Arrivals Hall, O.R. Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$530 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$530
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Airport hotels aren’t always the nicest and this one was fabulous!"

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
See all 1,343 properties in O.R. Tambo Intl.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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