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Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 8:40MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 962Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Feb 4
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 5:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
24h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 15:35MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 029Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:25 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
28h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 15:35MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 295Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Feb 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:25 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
28h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:10 - 15:35MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 345Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Feb 4
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 16:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
21h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:05 - 8:25MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R18 245Etihad Airways
Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 16:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
21h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:05 - 8:25MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R18 295Etihad Airways
Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 26
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 7:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
35h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
6:35 - 7:25MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
R20 311Cathay Pacific
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 7:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MEL Melbourne
35h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
6:35 - 7:25MEL  Melbourne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
R20 411Cathay Pacific
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MEL Melbourne
26h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:15 - 11:35MEL  Melbourne-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R21 011Emirates
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
Emirates Logo
19:05 - 23:20DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne
43h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
6:15 - 17:10MEL  Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
43h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R21 094Emirates
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 31

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JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 4/2

16:10-8:40

1 stop25h 30m

R14 962

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

20:20-5:45

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 15/2

17:10-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

R15 029

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 5/2

17:10-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

R17 295

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 4/2

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

R17 345
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/2

9:50-16:45

1 stop21h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 26/2

18:05-8:25

1 stop23h 20m

R18 245

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/2

9:50-16:45

1 stop21h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 26/2

18:05-8:25

1 stop23h 20m

R18 295

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

11:00-7:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 1/3

6:35-7:25

2 stops33h 50m

R20 311

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MEL Melbourne

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

11:00-7:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 1/3

6:35-7:25

2 stops33h 50m

R20 411

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT Cape Town Intl - MEL Melbourne

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/1

18:30-6:25

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 6/2

6:15-11:35

1 stop38h 20m

R21 011

DurbanMelbourne

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MEL Melbourne

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 30/11

19:05-23:20

1 stop43h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 31/1

6:15-17:10

1 stop43h 55m

R21 094

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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 R15 679, 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 April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R16 529.

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 914 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 728 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 AIRPORTFebruary13% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne costs on average just R15 679 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember16% more expensiveIt costs about R20 861 for flights to Melbourne from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember395% 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 648

Best Round-Trip Price

R14 962

Fastest flight time

33h 15m

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August
The best one-way flight price to Melbourne from South Africa in the last 5 days is R7 648 (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 962 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne).
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The fastest flight to Melbourne from South Africa takes 33h 15m (Cape Town Intl to Melbourne Avalon).
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August has the highest demand for flights to Melbourne, with a 0% 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 74 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R17 914.

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 R2 575 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.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Melbourne?

The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Melbourne from Sydney for R2 033. This is 21% cheaper than most flight deals to Melbourne. To find the cheapest price to Melbourne from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What’s the closest airport to Marvel Stadium?

Melbourne airport is 18,9 km from Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, making it the closest airport.

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 October 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.

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

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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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