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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
48%Trains in Johannesburg are 48% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.50
Johannesburg$2.84
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%A meal in Johannesburg is 40% cheaper than a meal in Melbourne.
Melbourne$28.00
Johannesburg$16.70
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
72%A taxi fare in Johannesburg is 72% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.93
Johannesburg$1.67
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
41%Coffee in Johannesburg is 41% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.49
Johannesburg$3.24
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 12.02 ZAR
1 ZAR = 0.09 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 28/04
Distance: 10327 kms
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg

How long does the flight take to go from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
The total flight time between Melbourne and Johannesburg is of around 19:45 hours on average, considering an average distance of 15,064 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Melbourne to Johannesburg at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg is $936. At Opodo 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 expensive to visit compared to Melbourne?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Johannesburg costs an average of 1.67 AUD, 72% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 5.93 AUD,

while train tickets costs 48% less in Johannesburg: 2.84 AUD against 5.50 AUD in Melbourne.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 16.70 AUD in Johannesburg, 40% less than the 28.00 AUD in Melbourne.

The price of the coffee is around 41% cheaper in Johannesburg, with an average of 3.24 AUD, while in Melbourne the coffee costs 5.49 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Melbourne to Johannesburg?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions South Africa may apply when travelling from Melbourne. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Johannesburg compared to Melbourne?
While in Melbourne the temperatures can reach an average of 37.14 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Johannesburg's temperatures can go up to 31.84 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -0.43 ºC in Johannesburg, compared to the -1.12 ºC average degrees reported in Melbourne. During the winter period, Melbourne can register 3 mm precipitation, while Johannesburg have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Melbourne and Johannesburg?

The main airport route flying between Melbourne and Johannesburg is: Melbourne Airport (MEL) to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Qantas Airways.

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