Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $564

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
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 8 February 2026.

Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop27h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/806:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,123
Thu 5/306:40
NBO
-
PER
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/305:35
PER
-
NBO
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,126
Sun 3/502:15
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2$1,156
Sun 15/305:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,171
Sat 21/306:40
NBO
-
PER
3 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/407:35
PER
-
NBO
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,176
Sun 22/307:15
NBO
-
PER
3 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/320:50
PER
-
NBO
3 stops41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,180
Sun 1/1105:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1100:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops36h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,181
Wed 29/406:05
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops46h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,185
Wed 11/305:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/513:25
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,187
Wed 11/305:25
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops43h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 17/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,188
Fri 20/306:40
NBO
-
PER
3 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/405:35
PER
-
NBO
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,190
Wed 29/406:05
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops46h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 15/523:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,193

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 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,123

One-way from

$564

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,874

Good round-trip deal

$1,497 or less

Good one-way deal

$943 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/6-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Africa to Australia
5/3
  • 5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Africa to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($101 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Africa to Australia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Africa to Australia.

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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 8 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Australia that are best for you.

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Africa

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Mon 16/3

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

13:25-09:15

2 stops26h 50m

$1,188

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Wed 11/3

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

23:30-23:45

2 stops31h 15m

$1,188

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Wed 11/3

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

13:25-04:20

2 stops45h 55m

$1,193

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sat 14/3

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

23:30-20:50

2 stops28h 20m

$1,195

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sat 14/3

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

23:30-04:20

2 stops35h 50m

$1,203

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

16:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

$1,247

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

12:45-11:55

1 stop41h 10m

Perth

Sat 28/2

15:55-15:35

1 stop29h 40m

$1,265

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

23:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

$1,294

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

20:30-18:45

1 stop40h 15m

Perth

Tue 17/3

22:45-16:00

1 stop23h 15m

$1,295

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

12:45-23:20

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

17:10-15:20

1 stop31h 10m

$1,297

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $583). Flying from Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,099). 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 8 February 2026.

When flying from Africa to Australia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the evening.

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 8 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Africa to Australia, such as Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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

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  • How long is the flight from Africa to Australia?

    Departing from Africa to Australia will take you 24h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 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 AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $411. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $583). Flying from Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,099). 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 8 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$576Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$950Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,017Average$1,827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,047Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,122Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
China EasternCheapest$1,169Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,205Average$1,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
South AfricanCheapest$1,224Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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