Flights Melbourne - Johannesburg: Book with eDreams

Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
60% Trains in Johannesburg are 60% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne 71R
Johannesburg 27,5R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
60% A meal in Johannesburg is 60% cheaper than a meal in Melbourne.
Melbourne 473,32R
Johannesburg 210R
Distance: 13060 kms
Melbourne airports
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 kms
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 48 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg

Planning a trip from Melbourne to Johannesburg? Flights between these two vibrant cities are readily available. Consider booking your flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne with eDreams for a smooth and enjoyable travel experience. Your journey will cover a significant distance, crossing several time zones. Remember to check for Daylight Saving Time differences to ensure accurate planning.

Time Difference between Melbourne and Johannesburg

Melbourne is 9 hours ahead of Johannesburg. Please note that this time difference may vary due to Daylight Saving Time. Ensure you verify the exact time difference closer to your travel dates.

Best Time to Fly to Johannesburg

Johannesburg boasts a pleasant subtropical highland climate, offering warm summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures average around 26°C, while winter temperatures dip to a cool 4°C. For those seeking flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne, the best time to visit is during the shoulder seasons (March to May and September to November) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Book your flights and hotels with eDreams today.

Melbourne Airports

Melbourne is served by two main passenger airports: Melbourne Airport (MEL), commonly known as Tullamarine Airport, and Avalon Airport (AVV).

Airport Information

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is the primary airport serving Melbourne and is located approximately 23 km northwest of the city centre. It operates 24/7 and offers a wide range of domestic and international flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne. It's easily accessible by car via the Tullamarine Freeway and CityLink toll road, as well as by public transport.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Avalon Airport is a smaller airport located about 55 km southwest of Melbourne, near Geelong. It primarily serves budget airlines and offers limited international flights. Skybus provides transport services between Avalon Airport, Melbourne and Geelong.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that commonly offer flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg:

Johannesburg Airports

Johannesburg is primarily served by O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the largest and busiest airport in Africa. If you're booking flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne, this is likely where you'll arrive. Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is a smaller airport also serving the city.

Airport Information

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

More information about this airport is needed to provide complete information for your flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne.

What to Do and See in Johannesburg

Looking for exciting things to do after your flights to Johannesburg from Melbourne? Johannesburg, also known as the "City of Gold", offers a vibrant blend of history, culture, and entertainment.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg is Rnull. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Johannesburg more expensive than Melbourne to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Johannesburg costs an average of 20.00 ZAR , 74% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 75.73 ZAR, while train tickets cost 61% less at Johannesburg: $ 27.50 ZAR versus $ 71.00 ZAR at Melbourne. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 210.00 ZAR euros in Johannesburg, 56% less than the 473.32 ZAR euros in Melbourne. The price of the coffee is around 60% cheaper in Johannesburg, with an average of 38.38 ZAR, while in Melbourne the coffee costs 97.03 ZAR.
How is the weather in Johannesburg compared to Melbourne?
While in Melbourne the temperatures can reach an average of 32.42 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12.0 mm ,Johannesburg's temperatures can go up to 31.84 ºC during the hot season, with 6.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -0.43 ºC in Johannesburg, compared to the 7.82 ºC average degrees reported in Melbourne. During the winter period, Melbourne can register 9.0 mm precipitation, while Johannesburg have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.

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