Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Johannesburg.
To ensure you get on your JNB to MEL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JNB and MEL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Right now, $889 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,499. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JNB to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JNB to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Geelong is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.