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Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $671

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Australia

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Cheapest flights from Africa to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 June 2026.

Thu 5/1105:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/1115:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,302
Thu 12/1102:20
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops47h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/1215:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,331
Wed 4/1105:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/1115:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,351
Mon 20/720:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop41h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/716:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6$1,368
Tue 17/1117:20
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops63h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/1121:30
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops71h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,373
Thu 5/1105:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1115:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,373
Tue 4/813:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 16/813:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,376
Fri 10/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/722:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6$1,376
Mon 3/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 16/813:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/6$1,377
Wed 12/821:45
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 19/823:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops28h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,387
Mon 27/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6$1,392
Tue 21/721:45
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops29h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/823:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops28h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,393

Find flight deals from Africa to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 29 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,302

One-way from

$671

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,951

Good round-trip deal

$1,370 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,081 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 10m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 05m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Africa to Australia 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 29 June 2026.
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CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Mon 27/7

22:15-19:10

2 stops37h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

10:00-09:10

2 stops30h 10m

$1,477

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Wed 4/11

05:25-11:15

2 stops44h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 2/2

15:30-03:40

2 stops45h 10m

$1,480

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

10:40-05:10

2 stops36h 30m

Perth

Thu 17/9

13:45-09:25

2 stops25h 40m

$1,482

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Thu 2/7

13:45-12:35

1 stop39h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/7

20:30-10:00

1 stop44h 30m

$1,556

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Mon 27/7

13:45-12:35

1 stop39h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,587

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Mon 31/8

06:05-08:20

2 stops43h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

21:35-04:20

2 stops37h 45m

$1,613

Cape TownBrisbane

CPT - BNE

CPTBNE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:15-17:30

1 stop44h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 3/8

08:05-10:15

2 stops34h 10m

$1,632

Cape TownBrisbane

CPT - BNE

CPTBNE

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

13:15-17:30

1 stop44h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 12/8

20:45-17:30

2 stops52h 45m

$1,663

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Thu 2/7

13:45-12:35

1 stop39h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,670

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Wed 22/7

21:45-08:50

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

12:00-09:10

2 stops28h 10m

$1,679

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Africa to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Africa to Australia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $1,454). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,964). 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 AF to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 June 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Africa to Australia as you normally would.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Africa to Australia?

The best time to book flights from Africa to Australia is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 29 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Africa to Australia, such as Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,054 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,467 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Africa to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Africa to Australia?

    Departing from Africa to Australia will take you 36h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8684 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Africa to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $463. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and AirAsia X, as they are both options that can get you from Africa to Australia for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Africa to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Africa to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Africa to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Africa to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Africa to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Africa to Australia 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 Africa to Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $1,454). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,964). 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 Africa to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Australia. 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 29 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,035Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,066Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,128Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,179Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,258Average$1,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,279Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,291Average$1,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,305Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,340Average$2,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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