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Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $690

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
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 13 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,337

One-way from

$690

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,954

Good round-trip deal

$2,065 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,323 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/2-2/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 05m total
  • Sydney to Africa
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22/4
  • 22/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 45m total
  • Sydney to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($383 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($82 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 13 November 2025.

Mon 17/1121:30SYD - CAI
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1104:15CAI - SYD
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,437
Fri 14/1112:00SYD - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 22/1213:00CAI - SYD
1 stop39h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/11$1,464
Sun 16/1114:20SYD - CAI
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1123:20CAI - SYD
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,469
Thu 20/1120:05SYD - CAI
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1104:15CAI - SYD
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,473
Sun 16/1114:20SYD - CAI
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1118:50CAI - SYD
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,492
Mon 17/1121:30SYD - CAI
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1205:25CAI - SYD
3 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,518
Sun 16/1121:30SYD - JNB
2 stops43h 50mChina Eastern
Sat 22/1109:50JNB - SYD
2 stops39h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/11$1,691
Thu 20/1116:10SYD - JNB
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 22/1119:55JNB - SYD
1 stop30h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,704
Thu 20/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,706
Thu 20/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1111:20JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,709
Sun 16/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1111:20JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,712
Sun 23/1121:40SYD - JNB
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,790

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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

Mon 23/2

21:15-03:40

2 stops39h 25m

Cairo

Tue 3/3

05:25-19:20

2 stops28h 55m

$1,337

SydneyPort Louis

SYD - MRU

SYDMRU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

11:15-07:45

2 stops27h 30m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Wed 25/3

09:30-18:50

3 stops26h 20m

$1,415

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

21:15-05:15

2 stops39h 00m

Cairo

Wed 13/5

08:20-07:55

2 stops40h 35m

$1,458

SydneyPort Louis

SYD - MRU

SYDMRU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/2

11:15-07:45

2 stops27h 30m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Fri 27/2

09:30-18:50

2 stops26h 20m

$1,740

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

13:35-11:20

3 stops30h 45m

Cairo

Mon 22/12

04:15-18:50

3 stops29h 35m

$1,790

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/1

12:15-09:25

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

10:40-11:50

2 stops40h 10m

$1,799

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/2

21:45-08:20

1 stop43h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

09:50-06:35

1 stop35h 45m

$1,844

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

09:30-15:00

Nonstop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

17:30-14:30

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,873

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

19:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:55-17:55

1 stop37h 00m

$1,885

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

13:35-11:20

3 stops30h 45m

Cairo

Wed 24/12

05:25-06:15

3 stops39h 50m

$1,885

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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 $1,013). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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 13 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 5% 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 13 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
3,409 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
3,409 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
934 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
3,661 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
1,295 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
177 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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 $1,799, Turkish Airlines can have you in Africa from Sydney in 30h 10m. Sydney and Africa are separated by a distance of 10981 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 ($733), Qatar Airways ($964), and Singapore Airlines ($1,004).

  • 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 $4,045, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,223. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,178 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 $1,013). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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 13 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$859Average$2,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest$924Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,059Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,061Average$2,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,139Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,145Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,209Average$2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,303Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,325Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,553Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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