Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $664

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
21 Jul — 28 Jul1
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 21 June 2026.

Sat 20/622:15
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/712:00
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops47h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,328
Thu 24/914:05
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 5/1022:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop40h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/6$1,338
Tue 8/1217:20
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops52h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:35
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,341
Sun 19/716:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops53h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 12/815:40
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/6$1,345
Sun 5/713:45
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 26/720:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop44h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/6$1,361
Sun 18/1014:05
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1122:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6$1,362
Tue 22/914:05
JNB
-
BNE
1 stop43h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/922:10
BNE
-
JNB
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6$1,362
Wed 25/1113:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/1217:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6$1,365
Mon 6/721:45
CAI
-
MEL
2 stops29h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/823:30
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops35h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/6$1,366
Fri 11/1217:20
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops52h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:35
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,371
Tue 13/1014:05
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 26/1022:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/6$1,374
Mon 21/920:55
JNB
-
BNE
2 stops28h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 28/918:55
BNE
-
JNB
2 stops28h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/6$1,375

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 21 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,338

One-way from

$664

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,918

Good round-trip deal

$1,348 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,023 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/9-5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Africa to Australia
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 40m total
  • Africa to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($197 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

16:35-06:10

2 stops53h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

$1,394

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sun 8/11

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

$1,473

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 15/9

13:45-09:00

1 stop36h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

12:00-08:30

1 stop28h 30m

$1,475

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Fri 11/9

13:45-09:00

1 stop36h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

11:05-10:00

3 stops54h 55m

$1,485

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 15/9

13:45-08:00

3 stops59h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/10

12:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,485

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sun 2/8

13:45-08:05

2 stops35h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

11:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,486

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Sun 26/7

21:45-10:30

2 stops29h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 17/8

21:35-21:15

2 stops30h 40m

$1,580

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 3/11

16:25-17:55

2 stops40h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/11

16:35-14:50

2 stops31h 15m

$1,600

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Wed 9/12

04:15-17:00

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 10/1

18:20-14:50

2 stops53h 30m

$1,646

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

09:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,674

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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 $1,423). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,894). 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 21 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 21 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

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 27h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13930 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 $455. 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 $1,423). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,894). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,017Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,108Average$1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,159Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,248Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,266Average$2,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,269Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,277Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,317Average$2,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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