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Cheap flights from Australia to Africa from $716

SYD — JNB
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Africa

Wed 28/1012:00 -
1 stop28h 30m
Wed 9/1213:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 22/9$1,321
Tue 13/1022:30 -
1 stop43h 30m
Thu 5/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 23/9$1,331
Mon 9/1112:00 -
1 stop28h 30m
Sun 22/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 22/9$1,400
Wed 14/1012:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 21/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 21/9$1,402
Tue 3/1121:30 -
1 stop43h 00m
Wed 25/1113:00 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 20/9$1,414
Sun 11/1011:05 -
2 stops54h 55m
Sun 18/1013:45 -
2 stops59h 15m
Deal found 19/9$1,423
Thu 12/1121:30 -
1 stop43h 00m
Mon 16/1113:00 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 21/9$1,424
Sat 17/1022:30 -
1 stop43h 30m
Mon 23/1113:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Deal found 23/9$1,424
Sat 17/1022:30 -
1 stop43h 30m
Fri 20/1113:00 -
1 stop40h 05m
Deal found 19/9$1,426
Sun 18/1012:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sun 25/1014:00 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 19/9$1,430
Mon 9/1110:50 -
3 stops53h 40m
Sun 22/1113:00 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 22/9$1,433
Sun 11/1011:05 -
2 stops54h 55m
Tue 27/1014:00 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 19/9$1,441

Find flight deals from Australia to Africa

Round-trip from

$1,321

One-way from

$716

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,067

Good round-trip deal

$1,832 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,328 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/10-9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 30m total
  • Australia to Africa
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28/10-31/12
  • 28/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 10m total
  • Australia to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($314 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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PerthNairobi

PER Perth - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

PERNBO

Perth

Tue 10/11

08:00-13:20

2 stops34h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-05:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$788

SydneyCasablanca

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMN Casablanca Mohamed V

SYDCMN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

20:45-09:10

3 stops47h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 31/12

00:00-10:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$798

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

16:55-05:40

2 stops44h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$836

PerthNairobi

PER Perth - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

PERNBO

Perth

Mon 30/11

15:45-05:40

2 stops42h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-05:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$843

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 27/9

00:30-10:45

3 stops41h 15m

Cairo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$876

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/11

20:45-02:50

2 stops39h 05m

Cairo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$891

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/10

16:40-17:20

1 stop32h 40m

Cairo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$901

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/9

20:50-00:15

1 stop34h 25m

Cairo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$924

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

21:35-03:40

2 stops39h 05m

Cairo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$936

MelbourneCairo

MEL Melbourne - CAI Cairo

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

22:35-03:40

2 stops38h 05m

Cairo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$941

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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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 $1,846). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,833). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Africa?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Africa flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andQatar 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,533 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
242 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,664 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Africa?

    A quick flight from Australia to Africa can take about 26h. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,777. Airlines will cover a distance of 12017 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 Turkish Airlines ($511), IndiGo ($591), and China Eastern ($593).

  • 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 $1,846). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,833). 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

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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$725Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$765Average$2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Gulf AirCheapest$779Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$783Average$2,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$827Average$2,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest$848Average$1,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$932Average$1,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,159Average$2,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,165Average$2,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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