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Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $654

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
17 Jun — 24 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 18 May 2026.

Wed 17/620:55
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5$1,222
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5$1,232
Mon 3/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/816:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/5$1,233
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,244
Mon 15/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5$1,259
Tue 16/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5$1,262
Thu 4/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5$1,272
Sun 25/1013:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1122:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,275
Wed 4/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/117:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5$1,278
Sat 13/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,278
Tue 4/812:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 12/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5$1,290
Thu 19/1120:20
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/1216:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5$1,294

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 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,222

One-way from

$654

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,763

Good round-trip deal

$1,666 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,001 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 78h 05m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 15m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($40 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 18 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

20:25-23:55

1 stop21h 30m

Perth

Tue 25/8

06:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

$1,335

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:30-11:55

1 stop34h 25m

Perth

Sat 6/6

22:45-13:10

1 stop44h 25m

$1,441

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

12:40-11:55

1 stop41h 15m

Perth

Mon 10/8

22:45-09:00

1 stop40h 15m

$1,511

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Thu 12/11

04:15-17:00

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

18:20-14:50

2 stops53h 30m

$1,539

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sun 6/9

14:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,613
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

17:30-14:30

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/11

09:30-15:00

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,627

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:30-11:55

1 stop34h 25m

Perth

Mon 3/8

22:45-12:40

2 stops43h 55m

$1,663

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

18:25-11:55

2 stops59h 30m

Perth

Thu 18/6

22:45-17:30

1 stop24h 45m

$1,677

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/7

08:20-20:05

1 stop19h 45m

$1,683

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

18:45-19:10

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

06:30-16:25

1 stop17h 55m

$1,687

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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 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.

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 $1,370). Flying from Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,806). 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 18 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 18 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
1,518 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
1,518 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,518 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,518 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
1,037 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,518 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
3,726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
1,439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

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 21h 30m. 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 $447. 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 $1,370). Flying from Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,806). 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 18 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$932Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$998Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,033Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,040Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,087Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,137Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,147Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,242Average$1,961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,273Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,398Average$2,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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