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Cheap flights from South Africa to Australia from $674

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
7 Aug — 14 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 July 2026.

Mon 26/1013:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop43h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/7$1,255
Sun 25/1013:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop43h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,260
Mon 3/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/822:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,265
Mon 16/1113:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,297
Tue 17/1117:20
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops52h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/1116:35
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops39h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,301
Thu 26/1113:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/7$1,350
Tue 25/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 30/813:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,383
Tue 25/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop36h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/806:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop42h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,384
Tue 8/1220:20
JNB
-
PER
1 stop40h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 20/1222:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,393
Mon 27/720:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop36h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 10/806:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/7$1,418
Thu 27/816:35
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops53h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/915:40
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops52h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7$1,428
Mon 27/714:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/816:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,436

Find flight deals from South Africa to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 8 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,265

One-way from

$674

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,684

Good round-trip deal

$1,226 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,077 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/8-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 85h 10m total
  • South Africa to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 05m total
  • South Africa to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/11

17:20-06:35

2 stops52h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

21:30-12:05

2 stops47h 35m

$1,586

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

20:25-23:55

1 stop21h 30m

Perth

Thu 19/11

06:40-06:10

1 stop29h 30m

$1,605

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

13:45-06:50

1 stop32h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

15:50-08:40

1 stop25h 50m

$1,615

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

20:25-12:20

1 stop33h 55m

Perth

Tue 4/8

23:50-17:30

1 stop23h 40m

$1,647

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

16:35-00:40

2 stops50h 05m

Perth

Fri 28/8

14:50-11:50

2 stops51h 00m

$1,668

Cape TownPerth

CPT - PER

CPTPER

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

16:35-01:10

2 stops50h 35m

Perth

Wed 16/9

02:10-11:50

2 stops63h 40m

$1,668
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Fri 28/8

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

$1,673

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

18:00-06:55

2 stops51h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

16:35-22:25

2 stops38h 50m

$1,675

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/8

09:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,706

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

22:30-05:20

1 stop22h 50m

Brisbane

Sun 9/8

08:35-20:05

1 stop19h 30m

$1,706

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Australia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Australia (average of $1,340). Flying from South Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,768). 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 ZA to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from South 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 July 2026.

When flying from South Africa to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from South Africa to Australia delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between South Africa and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 172 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Australia flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Australia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African from South Africa to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,403 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,058 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,742 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,565 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South 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 South Africa to Australia?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Australia in about 21h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 30h 45m. The distance between South Africa and Australia is about 8306 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Australia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $460. Users have also found prices from $531 and $583 on Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South 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 South Africa to Australia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Australia (average of $1,340). Flying from South Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,768). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Australia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$967Average$1,603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,028Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,121Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,231Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,250Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,283Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,441Average$2,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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