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Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $659

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
10 May — 17 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 10 April 2026.

Tue 5/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,246
Fri 15/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,254
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,262
Wed 6/512:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,263
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1122:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,274
Mon 2/1109:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,276
Thu 23/412:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,277
Thu 25/609:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/715:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,280
Mon 3/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,281
Sun 24/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$1,283
Sun 1/1109:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,283
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,288

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,246

One-way from

$659

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,783

Good round-trip deal

$1,553 or less

Good one-way deal

$959 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 40m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip 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 10 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 1/6

22:10-10:30

1 stop44h 20m

$1,321

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

20:55-09:00

2 stops28h 05m

Brisbane

Thu 9/7

15:10-15:20

1 stop32h 10m

$1,426

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:50-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

$1,442

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

19:30-12:15

1 stop34h 45m

Perth

Wed 27/5

22:55-12:55

1 stop44h 00m

$1,449

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Thu 18/6

14:15-08:00

3 stops34h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

10:00-08:45

2 stops53h 45m

$1,483

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Fri 8/5

05:30-06:10

2 stops41h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

21:30-04:30

2 stops38h 00m

$1,490

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sun 10/5

05:30-16:50

2 stops28h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

15:40-04:30

2 stops43h 50m

$1,495

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 5/5

05:30-16:50

2 stops52h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

15:40-15:35

2 stops30h 55m

$1,495

Cape TownMelbourne

CPT - MEL

CPTMEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

19:30-17:15

1 stop37h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

22:45-12:55

1 stop46h 10m

$1,565

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

09:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,624

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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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,128). 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 10 April 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 33% 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 10 April 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
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,018 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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

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 34h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14392 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 $453. 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, 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,128). 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 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$945Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,012Average$1,812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,042Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,057Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,117Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,157Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,210Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,218Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,328Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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