Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg from $889

SYD — JNB
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg are usually found in March or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg

Mon 9/1115:50 -
1 stop25h 50m
Mon 23/1113:45 -
1 stop44h 35m
Deal found 7/11$1,783
Wed 11/1110:00 -
2 stops31h 25m
Wed 18/1113:45 -
1 stop44h 35m
Deal found 5/11$1,799
Thu 12/1121:30 -
1 stop43h 55m
Wed 25/1109:50 -
1 stop35h 40m
Deal found 9/11$1,802
Mon 16/1122:10 -
2 stops37h 10m
Mon 30/1113:45 -
1 stop32h 05m
Deal found 8/11$1,808
Mon 9/1116:50 -
1 stop24h 35m
Mon 23/1120:20 -
1 stop38h 00m
Deal found 4/11$1,809
Sat 14/1113:25 -
3 stops35h 10m
Fri 20/1113:45 -
1 stop44h 35m
Deal found 8/11$1,828
Wed 18/1115:50 -
1 stop25h 50m
Sat 21/1113:45 -
1 stop44h 35m
Deal found 8/11$1,840
Sun 22/1115:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Sun 6/1213:45 -
1 stop44h 35m
Deal found 9/11$1,847
Fri 13/1121:30 -
1 stop43h 55m
Sat 28/1109:50 -
1 stop35h 40m
Deal found 8/11$1,850

Find flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg

Round-trip from

$1,802

One-way from

$889

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,138
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 79h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
26/2-31/12
  • 26/2-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($400 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/2

13:25-13:30

3 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$889

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/11

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,128

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/11

16:50-08:25

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,141

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

22:10-15:35

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,157

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/2

21:10-13:55

2 stops49h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,167

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/5

08:35-08:15

2 stops31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,234

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

10:00-13:30

2 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,253

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/1

10:00-20:10

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,335
Fastest return journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/2

09:30-15:00

Nonstop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,543

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/12

15:15-07:25

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,559

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg (average of $1,853). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,894). 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 SYD to JNB?

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Johannesburg flights typically cost between $1,770 and $2,416 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,796 on Qatar Airways (26 Jan–10 Feb).

How often are flights from Sydney to Johannesburg delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between Sydney and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 29% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways from Sydney to Johannesburg 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.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Sydney. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Johannesburg in 32h 45m. Fly via Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Johannesburg is about 11018 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways ($760), Qatar Airways ($880), and Virgin Australia ($1,019) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $723. Etihad Airways flights start at $786 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $892 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,454. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $1,718 on average, our data indicates $3,459 when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore and Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall are located about 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 17.1 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $142 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Perth?

    Most Perth visitors opt to spend their time at RAC Arena, Perth Town Hall, and His Majesty's Theatre. RAC Arena, Perth Town Hall, and His Majesty's Theatre are located about 10.9 km, 10.2 km, and 10.7 km, respectively from Perth. Travellers in need of a car in Perth can hire one for about $48 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Johannesburg flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg (average of $1,853). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,894). 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 8 airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$760Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$880Average$1,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,019Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,125Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,186Average$2,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,590Average$2,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,697Average$2,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,732Average$2,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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