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Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $712

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,399

One-way from

$712

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,973

Good round-trip deal

$2,056 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,360 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/3-4/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 82h 05m total
  • Sydney to Africa
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25/1
  • 25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 00m total
  • Sydney to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($408 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Africa.
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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 27 November 2025.

Wed 3/1220:05SYD - CAI
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1212:20CAI - SYD
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,670
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,684
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 15/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,727
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,730
Tue 2/1216:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/211:00JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,740
Sat 29/1119:10SYD - CAI
2 stops37h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sat 31/102:20CAI - SYD
2 stops33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,770
Mon 24/1122:20SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$1,771
Tue 2/1221:50SYD - CAI
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1204:15CAI - SYD
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,776
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 13/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,796
Sun 30/1110:45SYD - CAI
2 stops59h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1214:30CAI - SYD
1 stop39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,805
Sun 30/1113:35SYD - CAI
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1204:15CAI - SYD
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,813
Thu 4/1220:05SYD - CAI
3 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1213:00CAI - SYD
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,816

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Africa that are best for you.

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Sydney

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

21:25-06:30

1 stop42h 05m

Cairo

Sun 1/2

14:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,476

SydneyPort Louis

SYD - MRU

SYDMRU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

11:15-07:45

2 stops27h 30m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Wed 22/4

09:45-11:35

3 stops43h 50m

$1,499

SydneyCasablanca

SYD - CMN

SYDCMN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

21:15-14:50

2 stops27h 35m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 5/5

16:55-19:15

2 stops41h 20m

$1,601

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/2

21:15-09:20

2 stops45h 05m

Cairo

Mon 2/3

02:20-19:20

2 stops32h 00m

$1,608

SydneyAlgiers

SYD - ALG

SYDALG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

16:35-07:15

1 stop24h 40m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Wed 18/2

10:05-17:55

1 stop21h 50m

$1,631

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/1

13:30-07:30

3 stops51h 00m

Cairo

Mon 2/2

13:00-07:20

3 stops33h 20m

$1,694

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/2

21:25-06:30

1 stop42h 05m

Cairo

Tue 3/3

14:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,765

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

19:10-23:50

2 stops37h 40m

Cairo

Sat 31/1

02:20-20:35

2 stops33h 15m

$1,770

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

15:50-08:40

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

20:30-06:50

1 stop25h 20m

$1,773

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

20:30-06:50

1 stop25h 20m

$1,773

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $1,018). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,473). 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 27 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 27 November 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,312 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 $1,631, Sichuan Airlines can have you in Africa from Sydney in 24h 40m. Sydney and Africa are separated by a distance of 17094 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 Turkish Airlines ($723), China Eastern ($727), and Sichuan Airlines ($812).

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

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairo or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Sydney to Africa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Africa?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Africa is generally $4,047, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,229. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,253 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $1,018). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,473). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$863Average$2,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest$928Average$1,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,064Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,066Average$2,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,144Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,215Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,309Average$1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,331Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,561Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,571Average$2,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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