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Cheap flights from Australia to Africa from $522

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Africa

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 February 2026.

Wed 4/305:35
PER
-
MRU
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/309:30
MRU
-
PER
3 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,075
Thu 7/511:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 18/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,104
Mon 16/201:15
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 3/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop27h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,120
Fri 15/511:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 22/514:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,120
Sat 14/312:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 3/413:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,121
Wed 4/222:40
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 7/303:20
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,122
Wed 27/511:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 31/514:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,130
Fri 12/611:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 26/614:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,134
Thu 9/723:35
PER
-
MRU
Nonstop8h 40m
Air Mauritius
Thu 23/710:35
MRU
-
PER
Nonstop6h 50m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 1/2$1,135
Fri 29/511:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 7/614:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,135
Sun 15/213:05
PER
-
MRU
Nonstop8h 05m
Air Mauritius
Tue 3/322:05
MRU
-
PER
Nonstop7h 05m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 31/1$1,140
Sun 1/305:35
PER
-
MRU
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:30
MRU
-
PER
3 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,141

Find flight deals from Australia to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,075

One-way from

$522

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,732

Good round-trip deal

$1,304 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,072 or less
4/3-10/3
  • 4/3-10/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 60h 35m total
  • Australia to Africa
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1/3
  • 1/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 05m total
  • Australia to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($319 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Africa that are best for you.

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Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Sun 31/5

14:30-12:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,130

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Thu 11/6

14:30-12:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,135

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Tue 9/6

14:30-12:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,135

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Thu 11/6

14:30-12:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,135

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Sun 7/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,141

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Fri 12/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,236

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Wed 10/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,236

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

14:25-09:20

2 stops27h 55m

Cairo

Wed 11/3

20:40-19:20

2 stops37h 40m

$1,316

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

21:15-03:40

2 stops39h 25m

Cairo

Mon 16/3

10:15-06:35

2 stops35h 20m

$1,343

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 2/3

08:30-07:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

$1,349

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Africa (average of $791). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,232). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 February 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated 2 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQantas Airways from Australia to Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
983 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,379 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Africa?

    A quick flight from Australia to Africa can take about 11h 15m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,354. Airlines will cover a distance of 8306 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Africa are AirAsia X ($400), IndiGo ($462), and China Eastern ($466).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Africa (average of $791). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,232). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$636Average$2,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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IndiGoCheapest$640Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$784Average$1,782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$806Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$809Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,066Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,083Average$1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,094Average$1,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,111Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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