Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $414

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
16 nov. — 23 nov.1
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 17 octobre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,327

One-way from

$414

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,059

Good round-trip deal

$2,101 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,259 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/11-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 83h 35m total
  • Sydney to Africa
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Sydney to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($335 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 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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sam. 15/1121:15SYD - CAI
2 stops45h 05mTurkish Airlines
mar. 5/521:45CAI - SYD
2 stops38h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,327
sam. 8/1121:15SYD - CAI
2 stops45h 05mTurkish Airlines
jeu. 27/1102:20CAI - SYD
2 stops32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,329
dim. 2/1121:15SYD - CAI
2 stops35h 35mTurkish Airlines
lun. 17/1110:15CAI - SYD
2 stops24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,335
jeu. 30/1021:30SYD - CAI
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
sam. 29/1104:15CAI - SYD
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,340
mar. 18/1112:00SYD - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
mar. 12/514:30CAI - SYD
2 stops58h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/10$1,346
sam. 15/1121:15SYD - CAI
2 stops45h 05mTurkish Airlines
dim. 3/502:15CAI - SYD
2 stops34h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,347
sam. 8/1121:30SYD - CAI
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
sam. 29/1104:15CAI - SYD
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,350
sam. 8/1121:30SYD - CAI
1 stop43h 00mChina Eastern
sam. 22/1113:00CAI - SYD
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/10$1,353
jeu. 6/1114:25SYD - CAI
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
mer. 19/1120:40CAI - SYD
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,355
sam. 1/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
mar. 11/1113:45JNB - SYD
1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/10$1,547
dim. 26/1021:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
dim. 9/1113:45JNB - SYD
2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/10$1,550
jeu. 13/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 35mQatar Airways
ven. 21/1109:25JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/10$1,566

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Sydney

Fly to

Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jeu. 6/11

14:25-09:20

2 stops27h 55m

Cairo

mer. 19/11

20:40-06:35

2 stops24h 55m

$1,355

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 2/11

21:15-23:50

2 stops35h 35m

Cairo

mar. 18/11

20:40-06:45

2 stops25h 05m

$1,386

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jeu. 30/10

21:30-01:45

2 stops36h 15m

Cairo

dim. 30/11

14:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,403

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 18/11

21:15-19:45

2 stops31h 30m

Cairo

lun. 1/12

14:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,444

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 17/3

12:20-07:30

3 stops52h 10m

Cairo

mar. 31/3

13:30-09:00

2 stops58h 30m

$1,446

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 7/4

18:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 28/4

19:50-05:55

1 stop26h 05m

$1,590

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 6/4

18:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 28/4

19:50-10:25

1 stop30h 35m

$1,595

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 16/11

21:15-03:40

2 stops39h 25m

Cairo

dim. 30/11

04:15-17:55

2 stops28h 40m

$1,652

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 25/11

21:15-09:20

2 stops45h 05m

Cairo

mer. 10/12

02:20-06:15

3 stops42h 55m

$1,655

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 26/1

21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

Cairo

lun. 16/2

13:00-11:00

3 stops37h 00m

$1,669

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $998). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 17 octobre 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 17 octobre 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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

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  • 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 $1,590, China Eastern can have you in Africa from Sydney in 32h 30m. 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 Etihad Airways ($414), China Eastern ($714), and IndiGo ($870).

  • 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 $4,137, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,234. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,246 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Africa (average of $998). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 17 octobre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$864Average$2,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$902Average$2,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,067Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,148Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,192Average$2,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,217Average$2,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,311Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,333Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,563Average$1,832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,575Average$2,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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