Cheap flights from South Africa to Australia from $486
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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheap 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 2025.
Round-trip from | $1,282 |
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One-way from | $721 |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $1,623 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,538 or less |
Good one-way deal | $891 or less |
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to AustraliaExplore 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 2025.
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 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgPerth
JNB - PER
JNBPER
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/8
11:20-22:40
1 stop29h 20m
Perth
Mon 11/8
00:10-07:40
1 stop37h 30m
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 22/8
09:50-03:10
1 stop33h 20m
Melbourne
Fri 29/8
05:00-08:20
1 stop35h 20m
JohannesburgPerth
JNB - PER
JNBPER
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 13/8
19:50-05:10
1 stop27h 20m
Perth
Wed 20/8
06:25-18:35
1 stop18h 10m
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 21/8
09:50-16:55
1 stop23h 05m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 28/8
21:30-08:20
1 stop42h 50m
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/11
11:05-12:30
1 stop40h 25m
Melbourne
Sat 22/11
08:40-07:40
1 stop32h 00m
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 30/8
11:20-10:50
1 stop39h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 6/9
10:10-07:40
1 stop29h 30m
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 2/11
12:45-06:50
1 stop33h 05m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 17/11
15:50-09:45
1 stop26h 55m
JohannesburgBrisbane
JNB - BNE
JNBBNE
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 30/10
11:05-22:40
1 stop27h 35m
Brisbane
Wed 5/11
00:10-07:40
1 stop39h 30m
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 30/8
11:20-07:25
2 stops36h 05m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 6/9
10:10-07:40
1 stop29h 30m
JohannesburgMelbourne
JNB - MEL
JNBMEL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 12/11
11:05-12:30
1 stop40h 25m
Melbourne
Sat 22/11
11:05-07:40
2 stops29h 35m
Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Australia
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Cheapflights Insights
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 $129). Flying from South Africa to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 2025.
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.
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 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andKLM 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.
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Reviews
Anonymous,June 2025
KTM - DXB
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Anonymous,June 2025
KTM - DXB
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Anonymous,June 2025
KTM - DXB
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Anonymous,June 2025
KTM - DXB
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Anonymous,June 2025
KTM - DXB
Food
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Anonymous,June 2025
KTM - DXB
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