Cheap flights from Australia to Africa from $750

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
9 Jun — 16 Jun1
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 10 May 2026.

Sun 7/611:00
MEL
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CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 22/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/5$1,179
Mon 1/611:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 18/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/5$1,186
Mon 8/611:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 15/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,204
Sun 7/611:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 11/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/5$1,218
Wed 17/620:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 15m
China Eastern
Thu 13/814:15
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops34h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,222
Sat 6/610:00
SYD
-
CAI
3 stops53h 45m
China Eastern
Sat 13/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,223
Sun 26/710:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops53h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 23/814:15
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops58h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5$1,253
Sun 1/1112:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 16/1113:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5$1,285
Tue 9/621:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Tue 16/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,285
Thu 4/611:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 11/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops34h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/5$1,287
Tue 2/621:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 26/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/5$1,287
Wed 29/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 10/914:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/5$1,289

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,179

One-way from

$750

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,660

Good round-trip deal

$1,813 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,266 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 30m total
  • Australia to Africa
12/8
  • 12/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 10m total
  • Australia to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($302 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to Africa.

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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 10 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Mon 16/11

13:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

$1,436

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/11

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Wed 18/11

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,436

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

20:30-08:45

1 stop43h 15m

Cairo

Thu 11/6

14:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

$1,445

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

17:20-17:20

1 stop31h 00m

Cairo

Mon 22/6

08:15-15:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,565

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

15:55-09:05

2 stops24h 10m

Cairo

Thu 10/9

10:50-20:00

2 stops26h 10m

$1,771

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

15:30-00:55

2 stops40h 25m

Cairo

Wed 17/6

18:50-08:20

2 stops30h 30m

$1,773

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 31/7

06:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

20:25-05:10

1 stop26h 45m

$1,820

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

12:10-17:15

2 stops38h 05m

Cairo

Sun 15/11

18:05-10:45

2 stops31h 40m

$1,823

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

15:55-20:50

2 stops35h 55m

Cairo

Wed 1/7

10:50-07:20

2 stops37h 30m

$1,829

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/7

13:05-18:00

2 stops35h 55m

Cairo

Tue 28/7

01:45-10:00

2 stops49h 15m

$1,833

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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

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 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $1,706). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,495). 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 10 May 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.

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 10 May 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

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

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  • How long is the flight from Australia to Africa?

    A quick flight from Australia to Africa can take about 28h 30m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,436. Airlines will cover a distance of 14392 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 ($501), AirAsia X ($531), and Sichuan Airlines ($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 $1,706). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,495). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$611Average$2,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$757Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$760Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest$827Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$988Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,016Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,031Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,134Average$2,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,174Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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