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Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg from $769

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Thu 25/1206:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/117:30JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,670
Mon 1/1216:40MEL - JNB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/319:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,679
Thu 25/1206:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,682
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,684
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 15/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,727
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,730
Tue 25/1100:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$1,731
Tue 2/1216:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/211:00JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,740
Mon 24/1122:20SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$1,771
Mon 1/1200:25PER - JNB
1 stop37h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 14/111:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$1,773
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 13/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,796
Mon 1/1223:40MEL - JNB
1 stop42h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 30/314:45JNB - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,807

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,315

One-way from

$769

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,799
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 18/1-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 00m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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16/2
  • 16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($342 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($99 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Thu 5/3

15:50-18:35

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

19:55-01:00

1 stop21h 35m

$1,388

DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Mon 16/2

15:50-18:35

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:55-01:00

1 stop45h 35m

$1,451

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 24/3

00:25-07:25

1 stop37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

$1,524

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 6/5

09:15-07:40

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

$1,531

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sat 2/5

00:10-07:40

1 stop37h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

$1,594

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 14/1

08:30-07:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

11:00-06:55

1 stop37h 55m

$1,605

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Thu 26/3

08:30-07:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

11:20-07:45

1 stop38h 25m

$1,607

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

15:40-18:35

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

13:45-11:00

1 stop37h 15m

$1,662

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 25/12

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

17:30-20:20

1 stop17h 50m

$1,682

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

19:25-06:10

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,722

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Johannesburg

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg (average of $1,002). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,370). 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 AU to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Johannesburg at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Australia to Johannesburg delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Australia and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 225 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

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

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

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Australia to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,312 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,422 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Johannesburg. 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 Australia to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Australia to Johannesburg can take about 25h 50m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,773. The distance from Australia to Johannesburg is about 11018 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $833 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from $984 and Qatar Airways from $1,024 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Johannesburg?

    Most travellers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Perth - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from Australia to Johannesburg.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Johannesburg?

    While on average a flight from Australia to Johannesburg is generally $4,047, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,229. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,253 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Johannesburg 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 Australia to Johannesburg?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg (average of $1,002). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,370). 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 Australia to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Johannesburg. 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$766Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,068Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,273Average$1,748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,349Average$1,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,400Average$1,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,451Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,468Average$2,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,487Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,513Average$2,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,603Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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