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Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $632

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
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 5 May 2026.

Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,223
Mon 4/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,224
Sun 3/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,227
Sun 10/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,229
Fri 8/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,230
Mon 15/619:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,231
Sun 10/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,234
Tue 2/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,238
Wed 17/620:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,248
Thu 18/612:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,254
Tue 15/920:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 15/1016:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,258
Fri 6/1112:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/1115:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,266

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,223

One-way from

$632

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,755

Good round-trip deal

$1,638 or less

Good one-way deal

$996 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/5-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 79h 40m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 05m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 5 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 19/9

12:05-04:55

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 26/9

15:10-10:35

2 stops27h 25m

$1,284

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

20:55-17:30

1 stop36h 35m

Brisbane

Sat 24/10

22:10-15:35

1 stop25h 25m

$1,489

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:50-12:15

1 stop34h 25m

Perth

Mon 10/8

22:45-04:00

1 stop35h 15m

$1,547

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:50-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 25/6

10:00-09:00

2 stops31h 00m

$1,581

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sun 1/11

04:15-18:45

2 stops53h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

22:30-03:10

2 stops37h 40m

$1,583

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Mon 15/6

14:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,589

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

18:10-23:20

2 stops44h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

$1,604

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

09:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,643

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Tue 7/7

05:30-15:50

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

17:20-15:35

2 stops29h 15m

$1,653

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Mon 15/6

05:30-15:50

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

17:20-15:35

2 stops29h 15m

$1,667

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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

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

The best time to book flights from Africa to Australia is 78 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.

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 $1,344). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,736). 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 5 May 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.

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 5 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Africa to Australia, such as Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
South African
7.6
Good
61 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,032 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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 28h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8306 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 $444. However, be on the lookout for offers from AirAsia X and Qantas Airways, 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 $1,344). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,736). 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$993Average$1,812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,028Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,035Average$1,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,082Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,141Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,236Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,237Average$1,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,392Average$2,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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