Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $545

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney 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 22 January 2026.

Thu 16/411:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 19/514:30
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops58h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,120
Sat 14/321:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 3/413:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,149
Fri 29/511:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 17/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,155
Fri 15/510:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops53h 55m
China Eastern
Wed 3/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,167
Fri 20/310:00
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops54h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 29/313:30
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops34h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,183
Mon 9/321:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 16/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,186
Thu 12/313:30
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops51h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 31/313:30
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,188
Tue 3/306:00
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,194
Tue 3/210:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 4/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,197
Mon 16/313:30
SYD
-
CAI
3 stops51h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 31/313:30
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops58h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,198
Sat 2/511:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 5/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,202
Tue 24/316:10
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 13/419:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,306

Find flight deals from Sydney to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,120

One-way from

$545

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,063

Good round-trip deal

$1,955 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,389 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 16/4-19/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 87h 30m total
  • Sydney to Africa
4/2
  • 4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Sydney to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($332 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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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 22 January 2026.
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Sydney

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Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Wed 17/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,155

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

10:05-09:00

2 stops53h 55m

Cairo

Wed 3/6

14:30-12:35

1 stop39h 05m

$1,167

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

10:05-09:00

2 stops53h 55m

Cairo

Wed 10/6

14:30-12:35

1 stop39h 05m

$1,167

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

13:30-07:30

2 stops51h 00m

Cairo

Tue 31/3

13:30-08:40

2 stops34h 10m

$1,188

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

06:00-09:00

2 stops34h 00m

Cairo

Sun 14/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,229

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

14:25-09:20

2 stops27h 55m

Cairo

Wed 11/3

20:40-19:20

2 stops37h 40m

$1,348

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Wed 4/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,352

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

10:00-07:30

2 stops30h 30m

Cairo

Wed 4/3

13:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

$1,362

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

21:45-08:20

1 stop43h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

13:45-18:50

1 stop44h 05m

$1,451

SydneyMarrakech

SYD - RAK

SYDRAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

21:45-21:25

2 stops34h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Fri 13/3

12:30-06:35

2 stops31h 05m

$1,521

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $980). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,377). 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 22 January 2026.

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 22 January 2026.
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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 $1,654, China Eastern 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 China Eastern ($481), AirAsia X ($534), and Sichuan Airlines ($621).

  • 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 $3,890, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,331. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,149 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 $980). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,377). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$809Average$1,972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$831Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$868Average$2,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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IndiGoCheapest$894Average$1,818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,113Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,117Average$1,938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,125Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,147Average$2,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,261Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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