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Cheap flights from Australia to Africa from $810

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 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
5 Jul — 12 Jul1
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 5 June 2026.

Wed 29/721:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 10/913:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/6$1,310
Sat 1/820:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop44h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 14/813:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/6$1,327
Sat 11/720:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop44h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 8/813:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/6$1,330
Mon 27/711:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 27/813:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/6$1,331
Wed 14/1021:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop44h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 19/1113:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/6$1,333
Sun 13/911:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 23/1113:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/5$1,334
Fri 10/710:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops54h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 14/813:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/6$1,359
Sun 25/1012:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 31/1013:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/5$1,371
Sat 7/1121:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 16/1113:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/6$1,385
Fri 21/811:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 16/1013:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/5$1,386
Mon 20/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 14/813:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/6$1,392
Wed 22/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 30/713:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/6$1,413

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 5 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,310

One-way from

$810

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,582

Good round-trip deal

$1,719 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,237 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 29/7-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 83h 25m total
  • Australia to Africa
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 00m total
  • Australia to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($317 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 5 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

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Cheapest return flight

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

Cairo

Sat 7/11

13:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

$1,443

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Cairo

Thu 22/10

13:45-09:00

3 stops35h 15m

$1,466

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

21:30-10:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Mon 14/9

13:45-09:00

1 stop36h 15m

$1,550

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

10:05-10:00

2 stops54h 55m

Cairo

Sun 30/8

13:45-08:00

2 stops59h 15m

$1,598

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 11/8

14:00-10:30

2 stops50h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

18:00-15:35

2 stops39h 35m

$1,826

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

13:05-18:00

2 stops35h 55m

Cairo

Mon 19/10

18:50-10:40

2 stops31h 50m

$1,846

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

23:30-20:50

2 stops28h 20m

Cairo

Fri 14/8

10:05-05:35

2 stops36h 30m

$1,879

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,882

SydneyCasablanca

SYD - CMN

SYDCMN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

20:30-12:20

2 stops48h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 25/8

17:10-08:00

3 stops53h 50m

$1,947

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Thu 3/9

02:10-03:55

3 stops55h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

17:40-18:35

2 stops42h 55m

$2,010

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Africa (average of $1,774). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,567). 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 5 June 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 43% 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 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 5 June 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
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,043 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,445 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 23h. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,882. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 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 China Eastern ($510), IndiGo ($536), and AirAsia X ($538).

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Africa (average of $1,774). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,567). 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 5 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$697Average$2,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$766Average$1,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$772Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$799Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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IndiGoCheapest$840Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,004Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,153Average$2,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,193Average$1,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,221Average$1,980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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