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Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $643

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
11 Mar — 18 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 February 2026.

Tue 12/511:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 8/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/2$1,115
Mon 1/611:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 16/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/2$1,131
Sun 8/312:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 31/313:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/2$1,137
Sat 14/312:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 29/313:30
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops58h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/2$1,149
Fri 1/510:05
SYD
-
CAI
3 stops53h 55m
China Eastern
Thu 14/514:30
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops58h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/2$1,154
Sun 8/312:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$1,162
Tue 12/521:20
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops42h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$1,164
Fri 6/321:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 16/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/2$1,166
Mon 9/313:30
SYD
-
CAI
3 stops51h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 16/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops33h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/2$1,169
Thu 7/511:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 18/614:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/2$1,171
Mon 2/316:10
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/319:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,254
Mon 23/320:05
SYD
-
MRU
2 stops42h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/309:30
MRU
-
SYD
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,270

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 9 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,115

One-way from

$643

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,702

Good round-trip deal

$1,927 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,298 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/5-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 05m total
  • Sydney to Africa
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 30m total
  • Sydney to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($345 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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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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 9 February 2026.
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SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

10:00-07:30

2 stops30h 30m

Cairo

Wed 25/3

13:00-11:00

2 stops61h 00m

$1,149

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Sun 29/3

13:30-09:00

2 stops58h 30m

$1,149

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

20:30-09:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Sun 31/5

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,232

SydneyPort Louis

SYD - MRU

SYDMRU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

20:05-07:45

2 stops42h 40m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Mon 30/3

09:30-20:20

2 stops27h 50m

$1,270

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

$1,317

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/4

11:00-08:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Sat 18/4

13:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,356

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Mon 30/3

13:30-13:35

1 stop39h 05m

$1,363

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

20:30-09:00

1 stop43h 30m

Cairo

Mon 15/6

14:30-12:35

1 stop39h 05m

$1,363

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/4

10:05-08:00

2 stops53h 55m

Cairo

Thu 16/4

13:30-08:00

2 stops58h 30m

$1,376

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

06:00-08:00

2 stops34h 00m

Cairo

Thu 30/4

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,386

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 $938). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,318). 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 9 February 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 9 February 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,389 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,514 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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 $1,149, China Eastern can have you in Africa from Sydney in 30h 30m. Sydney and Africa are separated by a distance of 14392 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 ($460), AirAsia X ($509), and Sichuan Airlines ($595).

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

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairo or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Casablanca Mohamed V, 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 $3,664, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,261. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,254 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 $938). Flying from Sydney to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,318). 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 9 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$775Average$1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$796Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$831Average$2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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IndiGoCheapest$856Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,054Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,068Average$1,835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,073Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,077Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,097Average$2,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,207Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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