Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $629

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,203

One-way from

$629

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,110

Good round-trip deal

$1,820 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,265 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/11-7/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 89h 30m total
  • Sydney to Africa
12/10
  • 12/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Sydney to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($298 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Africa.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Sat 1/1112:00SYD - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 7/1213:00CAI - SYD
2 stops61h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/9$1,203
Wed 29/1012:00SYD - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 9/1113:00CAI - SYD
2 stops61h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/9$1,218
Fri 10/1012:00SYD - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 26/1014:00CAI - SYD
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/9$1,224
Thu 16/1021:25SYD - CAI
3 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1110:45CAI - SYD
3 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,268
Thu 9/1012:00SYD - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 3/1113:30CAI - SYD
1 stop39h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/9$1,273
Fri 10/1010:15SYD - CAI
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1102:55CAI - SYD
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,277
Mon 27/1014:20SYD - CAI
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1107:25CAI - SYD
3 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,280
Sun 19/1010:15SYD - CAI
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1008:25CAI - SYD
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,291
Wed 29/1014:20SYD - CAI
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1122:55CAI - SYD
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,292
Sun 23/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 4/1220:20JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/9$1,488
Thu 4/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 24/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,502
Thu 4/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 26/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,503

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Fly from

Sydney

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

10:15-17:50

3 stops39h 35m

Cairo

Tue 4/11

22:55-18:50

3 stops34h 55m

$1,354

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/9

20:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Mon 27/10

15:00-14:40

1 stop39h 40m

$1,457

SydneyPort Louis

SYD - MRU

SYDMRU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

14:20-07:50

2 stops24h 30m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Mon 3/11

09:30-18:50

2 stops26h 20m

$1,528

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

21:30-08:30

1 stop43h 00m

Cairo

Mon 3/11

13:00-18:55

2 stops44h 55m

$1,532

SydneyPort Louis

SYD - MRU

SYDMRU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/10

10:15-07:45

2 stops28h 30m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Sun 2/11

09:30-08:05

3 stops39h 35m

$1,532

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

21:15-19:45

2 stops31h 30m

Cairo

Sat 22/11

05:25-19:20

2 stops28h 55m

$1,689

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

21:25-06:45

1 stop42h 20m

Cairo

Tue 19/5

02:45-09:45

2 stops48h 00m

$1,695

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

21:30-12:45

1 stop23h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/11

06:40-08:05

2 stops41h 25m

$1,716

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/2

15:50-08:40

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

20:20-11:20

3 stops30h 00m

$1,724

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

09:50-17:55

1 stop23h 05m

$1,764

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Africa

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,706). 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 SYD to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 12 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Africa as you normally would.

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 12 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Sydney to Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Africa?

    Most people fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight from Sydney to Africa. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Africa?

    For as low as $1,724, Sichuan Airlines can have you in Africa from Sydney in 25h 50m. Sydney and Africa are separated by a distance of 11018 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Africa are Sichuan Airlines ($707), Qatar Airways ($1,003), and Etihad Airways ($1,065).

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to Africa?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Africa?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Africa is generally $3,850, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,031. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,196 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,706). 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 Sydney to Africa

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Gulf AirCheapest$847Average$2,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$950Average$2,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,046Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,124Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,168Average$2,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,202Average$2,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,284Average$1,894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,305Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,531Average$1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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