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Cheap flights from Australia to Africa from $694

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
10 Jul — 17 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 10 June 2026.

Tue 1/906:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 28/920:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop36h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/6$1,305
Sun 26/711:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 10/913:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/6$1,306
Sat 15/811:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop54h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 28/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/6$1,326
Sun 1/1112:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 4/1113:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/6$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 8/6$1,410
Tue 13/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 5/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/6$1,413
Mon 27/711:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 24/813:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/6$1,420
Wed 5/810:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops54h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 14/813:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/6$1,421
Thu 23/721:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 30/713:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/6$1,423
Thu 12/1122:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/6$1,424
Thu 15/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 18/1013:45
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/6$1,433
Thu 10/911:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 15/1013:45
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops59h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/6$1,435

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 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,305

One-way from

$694

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,792

Good round-trip deal

$1,697 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,255 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • Australia to Africa
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 20m total
  • Australia to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($320 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 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 10 June 2026.
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SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/10

15:10-18:00

2 stops58h 50m

Cairo

Mon 26/10

02:15-07:35

2 stops45h 20m

$1,646

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

21:35-17:20

1 stop27h 45m

Cairo

Thu 26/11

18:55-17:55

1 stop38h 00m

$1,756

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

15:40-05:25

1 stop20h 45m

Cairo

Tue 27/10

19:55-17:55

1 stop38h 00m

$1,799

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 26/7

13:05-11:25

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

13:10-09:10

1 stop14h 00m

$1,860

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/11

12:10-17:15

2 stops38h 05m

Cairo

Fri 13/11

01:15-20:35

2 stops34h 20m

$1,861

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

09:50-17:55

1 stop23h 05m

$1,866

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/8

20:50-08:15

1 stop43h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

09:45-06:10

1 stop36h 25m

$1,876

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

15:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

Cairo

Sun 29/11

21:20-06:50

1 stop24h 30m

$1,897

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

09:15-18:00

2 stops39h 45m

Cairo

Tue 6/10

18:50-10:40

2 stops31h 50m

$1,971

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/7

10:05-10:00

2 stops54h 55m

Cairo

Tue 14/7

13:45-08:00

2 stops59h 15m

$1,974

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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 $1,805). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,611). 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 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 10 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
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

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
1,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

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
3,580 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

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
1,046 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

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
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

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
1,452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

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 27h 45m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,756. 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 ($516), IndiGo ($543), and AirAsia X ($545).

  • 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 $1,805). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,611). 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 10 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$706Average$2,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$751Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$776Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$782Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest$851Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$945Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,062Average$1,845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,168Average$2,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,209Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,235Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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