What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

Qatar Airways, RwandAir, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Johannesburg

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Melbourne and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 320 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Johannesburg flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg 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 license 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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11:40 pm - 3:35 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,276Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 22

11:40 pm - 3:35 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,283Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 22

11:40 pm - 3:35 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,372Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 30

11:40 pm - 3:15 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,372Qatar Airways

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11:40 pm - 3:15 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,372Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 26

11:40 pm - 3:15 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,372Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Dec 1

11:40 pm - 3:35 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,372Qatar Airways

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11:40 pm - 3:35 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,372Qatar Airways

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8:45 am - 6:25 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 40m1 stop Perth

5:55 pm - 7:30 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

16h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,677Qantas Airways

Sun, Dec 27 - Sat, Jan 23

6:45 pm - 6:25 pmMEL Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 40m1 stop Perth

9:35 pm - 7:50 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne

25h 15m2 stops Perth Adelaide

$6,642Qantas Airways

Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 22

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Virgin Australia

Oct 21

MEL11:45 pmMelbourne

42h 25m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 25

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL11:20 pmMelbourne

$1,378

Virgin Australia

Oct 21

MEL11:45 pmMelbourne

42h 25m

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JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 25

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL11:20 pmMelbourne

$1,382

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Oct 21

MEL11:45 pmMelbourne

42h 25m

1 stop

JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 25

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL11:20 pmMelbourne

$1,390

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Sep 7

MEL5:15 amMelbourne

23h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m

2 stops

MEL9:50 amMelbourne

$1,560

Emirates

Sep 7

MEL5:15 amMelbourne

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB5:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

MEL6:30 amMelbourne

$1,561

Emirates

Sep 7

MEL5:15 amMelbourne

23h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m

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MEL9:50 amMelbourne

$1,562

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1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,276

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11:40 pm-3:35 pm

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1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,283

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1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,372

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11:40 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop24h 35m

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1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,372

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MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Melbourne

Tue 11/3

11:40 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/26

1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,372

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MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Melbourne

Tue 11/3

11:40 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,372

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MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 11/2

11:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,372

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MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 11/2

11:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/26

1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,372

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MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sun 12/27

8:45 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/23

5:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$2,677

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 11/26

6:45 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/22

9:35 pm-7:50 am

2 stops25h 15m

$6,642

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,152 to $1,545.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,276.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Melbourne is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $975, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,082.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,290 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne for as low as $1,063 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$738
Fastest flight time	19h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $738. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,276.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg takes 19h 30m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg

How far is Melbourne to Johannesburg by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Johannesburg is 6413.0 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 19h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg 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 license 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $822	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,585 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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