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Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
42h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 8:40MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 359Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
42h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 8:40MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 391Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
22h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 8:20MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R15 127Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 17:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
62h 40m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 11:50MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
R16 008Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sat, May 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 17:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
62h 40m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:20 - 12:05MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
R16 040Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
56h 15m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 23:00MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
R18 073Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:55 - 23:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
31h 10m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:45 - 9:10MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 105Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Qantas Airways Logo
17:55 - 23:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-AVV Melbourne Avalon
20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 - 15:00AVV  Melbourne Avalon-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R20 378Qantas Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
Qantas Airways Logo
17:55 - 23:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-AVV Melbourne Avalon
20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 - 15:00AVV  Melbourne Avalon-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R20 394Qantas Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 6:25DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne
26h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
23:55 - 17:10MEL  Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
26h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
R20 634Emirates
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 17

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

20:20-23:20

1 stop42h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 15/2

17:10-8:40

1 stop24h 30m

R14 359

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

20:20-23:20

1 stop42h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 15/2

17:10-8:40

1 stop24h 30m

R14 391

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 8/2

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R15 127

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/2

17:20-17:00

2 stops62h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 1/5

17:20-11:50

2 stops50h 30m

R16 008

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/1

17:20-17:00

2 stops62h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 6/2

18:20-12:05

2 stops50h 45m

R16 040

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

16:35-8:50

2 stops56h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 29/11

18:20-23:00

2 stops37h 40m

R18 073

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

6:55-23:05

3 stops31h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

23:45-9:10

1 stop42h 25m

R18 105
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AVV Melbourne Avalon

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

17:55-23:15

1 stop20h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 15/2

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R20 378

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AVV Melbourne Avalon

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

17:55-23:15

1 stop20h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 15/2

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R20 394

DurbanMelbourne

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MEL Melbourne

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 30/11

19:10-6:25

1 stop26h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/1

23:55-17:10

1 stop26h 15m

R20 634

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 967, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 303.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around R17 223 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from South Africa for as low as R16 264 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Melbourne

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Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne Airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary14% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne costs on average just R14 967 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember17% more expensiveIt costs about R20 202 for flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember374% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Melbourne flight deals and tips

Summary info about Melbourne flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R7 924

Best Round-Trip Price

R14 359

Fastest flight time

24h 00m

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January
The best one-way flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 5 days is R7 924 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne).
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The best return flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 5 days is R14 359 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne).
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The fastest flight to Melbourne from South Africa takes 24h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne).
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January has the highest demand for flights to Melbourne, with a 5% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Melbourne

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is about 41 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R17 223.

Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?

Those flying to Melbourne could potentially find better pricing at Melbourne Essendon Airport (11 km from Melbourne city centre), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (22 km from Melbourne city centre), Melbourne Avalon Airport (50 km from Melbourne city centre) or Bendigo Airport (132 km from Melbourne city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Melbourne?

Melbourne Avalon Airport has an average price of R1 850 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Melbourne. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?

Prices for flights to Melbourne refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Melbourne?

As of August 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights to Melbourne.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Melbourne.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Melbourne?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Melbourne. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Melbourne with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Melbourne?

Once all potential Melbourne flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

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