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

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

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 November 2025, 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.

$642 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $977 to $1,364. The lowest price recently found on this route was $946.

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6:25 pm - 6:35 pmMEL-JNB

32h 10m1 stop

7:50 pm - 4:20 amJNB-MEL

24h 30m1 stop

$946Singapore Airlines

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Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, May 8

6:25 pm - 6:35 pmMEL-JNB

32h 10m1 stop

7:50 pm - 7:25 amJNB-MEL

27h 35m1 stop

$948Singapore Airlines

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Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, May 8

11:35 pm - 6:35 pmMEL-JNB

27h 00m1 stop

7:50 pm - 11:00 amJNB-MEL

31h 10m1 stop

$953Singapore Airlines

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Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, May 8

7:00 am - 6:35 pmMEL-JNB

20h 35m1 stop

7:55 pm - 8:15 amJNB-MEL

27h 20m1 stop

$1,021Singapore Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 14

7:55 pm - 3:35 pmMEL-JNB

28h 40m2 stops

1:45 pm - 11:20 pmJNB-MEL

24h 35m1 stop

$1,288Qatar Airways

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Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 14

6:25 pm - 1:05 pmMEL-JNB

26h 40m2 stops

2:30 pm - 7:25 amJNB-MEL

32h 55m2 stops

$1,297Ethiopian Air

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Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, May 8

3:40 pm - 1:05 pmMEL-JNB

29h 25m2 stops

2:30 pm - 11:00 amJNB-MEL

36h 30m2 stops

$1,305Ethiopian Air

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Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, May 8

5:55 pm - 3:35 pmMEL-JNB

30h 40m2 stops

1:45 pm - 12:35 pmJNB-MEL

37h 50m2 stops

$1,340Qatar Airways

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Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 14

5:15 am - 5:30 amMEL-JNB

32h 15m1 stop

10:20 pm - 8:50 amJNB-MEL

26h 30m2 stops

$1,370Emirates

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Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, May 8

7:35 pm - 3:00 pmMEL-JNB

28h 25m1 stop

5:30 pm - 8:05 amJNB-MEL

29h 35m1 stop

$2,063Qantas Airways

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Sat, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 27

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Singapore Airlines

Apr 12

MEL6:25 pmMelbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 8

JNB7:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 30m

1 stop

MEL4:20 amMelbourne

$946

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Singapore Airlines

Apr 12

MEL6:25 pmMelbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 8

JNB7:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m

1 stop

MEL7:25 amMelbourne

$948

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Singapore Airlines

Apr 12

MEL11:35 pmMelbourne

27h 00m

1 stop

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 8

JNB7:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 10m

1 stop

MEL11:00 amMelbourne

$953

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Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 12

MEL12:45 amMelbourne

39h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 8

JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

1 stop

MEL11:00 pmMelbourne

$1,335

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 13

MEL6:45 amMelbourne

33h 40m

2 stops

JNB7:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 8

JNB11:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 40m

1 stop

MEL11:00 pmMelbourne

$1,370

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 14

MEL3:35 pmMelbourne

24h 50m

1 stop

JNB7:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 28

JNB11:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 00m

1 stop

MEL11:00 pmMelbourne

$1,371

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

6:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

7:50 pm-4:20 am

1 stop24h 30m

$946

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

6:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

7:50 pm-7:25 am

1 stop27h 35m

$948

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

11:35 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

7:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 10m

$953

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

7:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop27h 20m

$1,021

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

7:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

1:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,288

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

6:25 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

2:30 pm-7:25 am

2 stops32h 55m

$1,297

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

3:40 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

2:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 30m

$1,305

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

5:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

1:45 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$1,340

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

5:15 am-5:30 am

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

10:20 pm-8:50 am

2 stops26h 30m

$1,370

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 12/20

7:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

5:30 pm-8:05 am

1 stop29h 35m

$2,063

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Johannesburg

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Melbourne is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,017, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,024.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from Melbourne. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,303. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Tuesday is $1,674.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,492. Flying to Johannesburg in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,565.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,173 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 $1,022 on momondo.

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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 20h 35m.
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 November 2025, 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $786	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,393 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,089	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 927 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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