Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Perth (PER) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Perth (PER) offer the lowest average return price of R33 803.

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

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

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Sydney (SYD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 45m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights connecting via Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 20m.

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 departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 3 as of March 2026.

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

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 from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R9 905 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R14 250 to R20 543. The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 001.

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5:55 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

20h 40m

1 stop

19:50 - 4:40

JNB

MEL

24h 50m

1 stop

R14 001Singapore Airlines

Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 8

18:25 - 18:35

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19:50 - 4:40

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24h 50m

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R14 101Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jul 24 - Fri, Aug 7

18:25 - 18:35

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JNB

32h 10m

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19:50 - 4:40

JNB

MEL

24h 50m

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R14 267Singapore Airlines

Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 10

5:55 - 18:35

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JNB

20h 40m

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19:50 - 7:25

JNB

MEL

27h 35m

1 stop

R14 700Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Tue, Aug 11

15:30 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

35h 05m

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19:50 - 4:40

JNB

MEL

24h 50m

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R14 733Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Tue, Aug 11

5:55 - 18:35

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JNB

20h 40m

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19:50 - 7:25

JNB

MEL

27h 35m

1 stop

R14 883Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Tue, Aug 11

5:55 - 18:35

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19:50 - 7:25

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R14 916Singapore Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 24

5:55 - 18:35

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19:50 - 4:40

JNB

MEL

24h 50m

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R15 050Singapore Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

18:25 - 18:35

MEL

JNB

32h 10m

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19:50 - 11:00

JNB

MEL

31h 10m

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R15 649Singapore Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 7

18:25 - 18:35

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JNB

32h 10m

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19:50 - 11:00

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MEL

31h 10m

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R15 832Singapore Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 7

Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Jul 25

MEL5:55Melbourne

20h 40m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 8

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 50m

1 stop

MEL4:40Melbourne

R14 001

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Jul 24

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 10m

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Aug 7

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 50m

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MEL4:40Melbourne

R14 101

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Jul 27

MEL18:25Melbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

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Aug 10

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 50m

1 stop

MEL4:40Melbourne

R14 267

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Mar 22

MEL6:15Melbourne

23h 20m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 25

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

MEL6:25Melbourne

R23 973

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Mar 18

MEL22:30Melbourne

31h 05m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 15

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 20m

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MEL5:30Melbourne

R24 422

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Mar 14

MEL22:30Melbourne

31h 05m

1 stop

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Mar 24

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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MEL6:25Melbourne

R26 287

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18:25-18:35

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Mon 7/9

19:50-11:00

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 067, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of February, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 748.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around R19 144 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Melbourne Airport for as low as R15 799 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 20h 40m

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How far is Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Johannesburg OR Tambo is 10313,1 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 3 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
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 from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the leading airline is Singapore Airlines, making up 54% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qantas Airways with 36% and South African with 9%.

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 249	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 475 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R14 162	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 58 reviews	Search South African flights
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