Traveling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is nine hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself enough time to make your MEL to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from MEL to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
MEL is about 19 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Johannesburg
AED 2,526 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return flight ticket right now is AED 3,634. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MEL to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometers. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Johannesburg and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MEL to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 48 kilometers from the center of Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MEL to Johannesburg flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Johannesburg in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MEL to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Johannesburg to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometers south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 370 kilometers south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favorite stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
